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From Beyond ChampaignHow does Zvonimir Ivisic fit with Illinois next season?Over the weekend, Zvonimir Ivisic committed to Illinois in a not so shocking fashion. He will come and play in Champaign with his brother Tomislav. How can the two co-exist on the court and can Brad Underwood and his coaching staff unlock the potential everyone raved about headed into his first season at Kentucky? Zvonimir averaged 8.5 ppg, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game with Arkansas. Tune in with Cody Delmendo and Locked On Illini host Sunny Verma for this edition ofFrom Beyond Champaign.Follow my new twitterWATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-04-0735 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllini season ends in 84-75 loss to KentuckyIf you don't win the championship, the season always ends in a loss. That has once again happened to end another Illinois season as they fell 86-75 to the Wildcats. Kylan Boswell had one of his best games, Tomislav Ivisic did his part, Tre White had some moments but Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley together had off games and in the end didn't have enough to help Illinois get to the Sweet 16. Full reaction from Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign and the future of the show this offseason.Follow me on social: https://linktr.ee...2025-03-2452 minFrom Beyond ChampaignWill Riley and Illinois roll past Xavier 86-73, advancing to Round of 32!What a start to the dance! Illinois was scorching hot in the second half lead by Will Riley and Kylan Boswell earning a double digit lead and never looking back. Are you surprised? Can they repeat this against Kentucky on Sunday? There's so much to react to and Cody Delmendo and guest Sam Olbur have it for you on this edition of From Beyond Champaign. WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-03-2246 minFrom Beyond ChampaignCan Illinois beat Xavier?The big dance is finally here. The NCAA Tournament starts today, but the Illini don't open play until Friday in Milwaukee against Xavier after a come from behind victory over Texas. Historically, 11-seeds have done well against 6-seeds in this tournament. Can the Illini change that? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this first round preview on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-03-2041 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois blown out by Maryland AGAIN 88-65Brad Underwood just will never figure out how to beat Maryland. One day after pounding Iowa, Illinois got pounded by Maryland 88-65. Tomislav Ivisic had his worst ga,e of the season, compiling three fouls in the first half basically taking him completely out of the game and a matchup that definitely needed him to be apart of if Illinois was ever going to have a chance to win. Illinois now waits until Selection Sunday for ftheir seeding for the NCAA Tournament. Where do you have them? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for his take on this game and...2025-03-1530 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois runs through Iowa 106-94!As expected, Illinois took full advantage of a bad Iowa defense that was undersized in their Big Ten Tournament opener, winning 106-94 over the Hawkeyes. Tomislav Ivisic and Kylan Boswell lead Illinois on both ends of the floor and set the tone early with their scoring. Illinois will now play Maryland on Friday with a chance to play in a semifinal game on Saturday. Can the Illini get revenge against the Terps? Tune in with Cody Delmendo on From Beyond Champaign to get his take.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-03-1444 minFrom Beyond ChampaignCan Illinois win the Big Ten Tournament?The postseason is finally here. March is finally here. Illinois looks to win back to back Big Ten Tournaments but it will be a much tougher task this season compared to last as they enter as a seven seed and will open play Thursday instead of Friday. They opened as 10 point favorites against Iowa, who knocked off Ohio State earlier on Wednesday. Can they run the table of four wins in four days? Join Cody Delmendo as he breaks down the bracket headed into Thursday and other notes from the Illini this week on this edition of From Beyond...2025-03-131h 01From Beyond ChampaignIllinois FINALLY beats Purdue! Illini win 88-80WHAT A GAME! In front of an electric crow at the State Farm Center, Illinois once trailed by double digits but never gave in. They always fought back. Illinois defeated Purdue for the first time since 2021 by a score of 88-80 at the State Farm Center. The Orange Krush was LIT! The crowd provided an incredible atmosphere and Illinois pulled it out. Reaction to this one from Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign!WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-03-0843 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois ROLLS IN MUST WIN GAME, beat rival Iowa 81-61It feel like forever since the last time Illinois won an easy one, right? Illinois defeated Iowa in a snoozefest 81-61 behind the play of Tomislav Ivisic and Kylan Boswell Tuesday night at the State Farm Center in a MUST win game to theoretically lock them in as a NCAA Tournament team. Can the Illini build momentum off this one? Tune in with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign to find out what he thinks.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-2630 minFrom Beyond ChampaignThis Illinois team is broken.It's time to finally talk about it. Illinois endured it's worst loss in program history 110-67 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday to Duke. Illinois might be broken and might not make the NCAA Tournament if they do not beat Iowa on Tuesday. Brad Underwood's offseason ahead is pivotal if he wants to keep his job, probably. It's all a mess. Join Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-2448 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois' 9 game winning streak against Wisconsin SNAPPED in 95-74 lossWhen it rains, it pours. A day after Brad Underwood announced Morez Johnson would be out indefinitely with a broken wrist, Illinois went to Madison and got its doors completely blown out. Kasparas Jakucionis had his worst game of the season, Tre White was back but ineffective. Illinois defense could not stop anything when it mattered most. Where does this team go next with Duke up next? Join Cody Delmendo as he breaks it all down on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-1951 minFrom Beyond ChampaignEMBARASSING LOSS! Illinois ruins TSJ night and collapse in second half against Michigan State in 79-65 loss live 4 hours ago From Beyond The 'PaignThis is one we'll unfortunately remember for the rest of our lives. Illinois had a great opportunity to improve their NCAA Tournament resume and at one point lead by 16 points in the first half. Then it all came crumbling down and it started with ruining Terrence Shannon Jr's jersey ceremony, that will now be meme'd by opposing fans for weeks to come. Who in the heck let that happen?? Embarrassing. To top it off, Illinois didn't score in the final eight minutes of the game. It was an all around terrible experience at...2025-02-171h 07From Beyond ChampaignHUGE WIN! Illinois beats UCLA 83-78!That's two straight wins for the first time since early January! Illinois spoiled Skyy Clark's return to the State Farm Center en route to a 83-78 win over the Bruins. Lead by Kasparas Jakucionis and Tomislav Ivisic, the Illini added another huge win to their NCAA Tournament resume snapping UCLA's win streak. Plus Kofi Cockburn returned to Champaign for the first time since 2022. What's next for Illinois and can they get revenge against Michigan State on Saturday? Tune in with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.WATCCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-1250 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois beats Minnesota, preview UCLA, Skyy Clark and Kofi CockburnIllinois rolled in a snoozefest at Minnesota getting great games from Kasparas Jakucionis, Will Riley, and Tomislav Ivisic together for the first time since November. So is Illinois back? They enter a pivotal week to improve their NCAA Tournament resume with UCLA and Michigan State coming to Champaign. Skyy Clark will return to the State Farm Center for the first time since he left the team. Will he be booed? Join Cody Delmendo as he discusses it all on this edition of From Beyond Chamapign.WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-1134 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois completes second half comeback, defeats Ohio State 87-79Didn't this game define the Illinois season to this point? Start hot, go cold, commit too many turnovers in key moments, shoot terribly from three. Did I miss anything? Illinois beat Ohio State 87-79 at the State Farm Center on a early Sunday afternoon to kick off the month of February. Are they back? Are there still concerns? Cody Delmendo breaks it down in this edition of From Beyond Champaign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-02-0355 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois hangs on against Washington, 81-77Illinois dominated early and lead at halftime by 11 but theHuskies hung around and made a second half run to tie it in the final seconds. Kasparas Jakucionis showed up in crunch time again to help Illinois close out consecutive road kills in the Pacific Northwest! Postgame with Cody Delmendo as he recaps the Illini's third Big Ten victory.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE2025-01-0638 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois UPSETS Oregon 109-77!In by far the Illini's best game of the season, Illinois upset Oregon 109-77 behind the bench play of Jake Davis and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn in the first half and the Illini starters in the second half. Illinois struggled to score early but was able to get into the interior and dominate the rebounding game to get a lead, then the shots started falling en route to the blowout victory. Is this a statememtn win for Illinois in the Big Ten? Join this celebratory postgame with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.
...2025-01-0353 minFrom Beyond ChampaignAre you buying stock on Illinois entering the Big Ten season?The non-conference season is (basically) over. Illinois finished the non-conference season going 2-2 against the SEC with their best wins over Arkansas and Missouri. They were in every game and you can make the argument they probably should have gone 5-0 in December. Alas, the guantlet Big Ten season is here. Can they win the Big Ten? Has this young team developed enough expereince to finish ahead of Oregon or Purdue? Join Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond Champaign to break it all down.
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From Beyond ChampaignWhat are fair expectations for Kasparas Jakucionis?We are less than 20 days away from the first game of the season against Eastern Illinois. This week I read an article on ESPN about Kasparas Jakucionis. Is he getting overhyped or given too high expectations headed into this season? We'll talk about it and more on this player preview show. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond Champaign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE2024-10-2226 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois Basketball will enter 2024 season unrankedTHE DISRESPECT! At least some are saying that after the preseason poll from The Associated Press dropped Monday that featured multiple teams from the Big Ten but not Illinois. Should we be upset or is it just bulletin board material? Tune in with Cody Delmendo and guest from CHGO Sports Patrick Norton as they discuss on this edition of From Beyond Champaign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE2024-10-1641 minFrom Beyond ChampaignFive-star recruit Will Riley commits to IllinoisBrad Underwood has been cooking this summer and he did it again landing Illinois best recruit since Dee Brown according to rankings. Five-star recruit Will Riley is headed to Illinois. Full reaction with Cody Delmendo a day after the news dropped is here on the From Beyond The Paign' Podcast.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umZYqNdFCgQ2024-06-2522 minFrom Beyond ChampaignNEVER TOO LATE REACTION: Terrence Shannon Jr is innocent!It was a long road, around seven months to be exact, but the Terrence Shannon Jr rape case has come to a close. The Douglas County jury found the defendant not guilty on all charges. This closes a time period that was absolutely tough on TSJ but also Illini fans as many debated for months on the process of how it ent down, including the slander from other fan bases. Cody Delmendo comes to you with a summer edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEznPUqD3...2024-06-1839 minFrom Beyond ChampaignCan Illinois shock the world and upset UConn in the Elite 8?The dream season continued for Illinois last night as they defeated Iowa State 72-69. Can they shock the world against No. 1 seed Connecticut? It's a tall task. Join Cody Delmendo as he relives the win and what he expects Saturday against the Huskies.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZ7LREF5Dc0&t=9s2024-03-301h 00From Beyond ChampaignILLINOIS ADVANCES TO THE SWEET 16!It happened! Illinois demolished Duquesne 89-63 to advance to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2005 Saturday night in Omaha. Terrence Shannon Jr and Marcus Domask paced Illinois again combining for 52 points in the blow out win. The Illini will now face off against Iowa State net Thursday in Boston. Can Illinois keep dancing? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ucqWaHs3FqI2024-03-2545 minFrom Beyond ChampaignILLINOIS ADVANCES TO ROUND OF 32!It was close at halftime but Illinois flexed it's muscles in the second half to pull away from OVC's Morehead State in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, winning 85-69 to advance to the second round. Illinois will now take on 11-seed Duquesne from the Atlantic 10. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this winning edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/COiVgbkJBCM2024-03-2250 minFrom Beyond ChampaignTSJ discourse, preparing for Morehead State and building my bracketIllinois prepares for Morehead State tomorrow afternoon. Leading up to this game many Illini fans are upset Terrence Shannon Jr's wasn't at least part of the AP All American Second Team. Many opposing fans continue to feel he shouldn't be able to play. Will all of this start to effect Illinois on the court? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmTsu4wehKI2024-03-211h 03From Beyond ChampaignDain Dainja & Terrence Shannon Jr propel Illinois to 77-74 victory over Ohio State to advance in Big Ten TournamentWhere were you for the Dain Dainja Game? That's what many Illini fans might be asking themselves years down the road. Dainja and Terrence Shannon Jr helped propel the Illini to the next round of the Big Ten Tournament winning 77-74. They will play either Nebraska or Indiana tomorrow. Join Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
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2024-03-1635 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois sweeps season series at Iowa, pound Hawkeyes 73-61It was my favorite bounce back win of the year for the Illini as they go to Carver-Hawkeye Arena and cook the Hawkeyes 73-61. Terrence Shannon Jr responded to Brad Underwood's criticism after the Purdue game leading Illinois with 25 points. Illinois now prepares for the Big Ten Tournament and what everyone has talked about all year: the NCAA Tournament. Join Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6nQSoomiBY2024-03-1151 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois loses heartbreaker to Purdue 77-71Illinois controlled it for 20 minutes but Purdue answered the call in the second half en route to a 77-71 win behind Zach Edey's 28 points. Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer added 29 points combined to be the difference for the Boilermakers. Marcus Domask led Illinois with 20 points, and hit big shots late but an off night from Terrence Shannon Jr was the difference for Illinois. Join the therapy session with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWpGVPThkd02024-03-0659 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois wins seventh straight against Wisconsin 91-83Marcus Domask returned home and did not disappoint in his home state, dropping 31 points in Illinois' 91-83 win over Wisconsin. Illinois has now won seven straight against the Badgers including four straight at the Kohl Center. Tune into this celebratory From Beyond The 'Paign postgame with Cody Delmendo.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_a2FlmduPI2024-03-0345 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois gives up 80+ again but defeat Minnesota 105-97I'M BACK from Arizona just in time to watch a track meet from Illinois and Minnesota. The Illini beat the Gophers 105-97 behind 29 points from Terrence Shannon Jr, 22 points from Marcus Domask, and 20 points from Coleman Hawkins. Dain Dainja had his best game of the season off the bench scoring 11 points as well. Will get my two cents of trolling Iowa, too. Don't worry. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign postgame podcast.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-l3ckPReDY2024-02-2946 minFrom Beyond ChampaignPenn State upsets Illinois 90-89Illinois lead by double digits for a significant portion of the second half but failed to close out the game at Penn State Wednesday night, falling 90-89. Bad execution, important missed free throws, and a terrible foul in the final seconds by Coleman Hawkins lead to Illinois' downfall in Penn State's upset of the Illini. Join Cody Delmendo for this therapy session on the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame show.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/vLiI4hMDECE2024-02-2248 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois earns first in in College Park since 2011! Beat Maryland 85-80Maryland has owned Brad Underwood in his time at Illinois, but not today. Illinois defeats Maryland 85-80 on the road and earn their first win in College Park since 2011. Terrence Shannon Jr lead the Illini with 27 points. Tune into this From Beyond The 'Paign postgame show with Cody Delmendo.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg6XtnZt6ms2024-02-1848 minFrom Beyond ChampaignTerrence Shannon Jr scores 31 points in Illinois' blowout of MichiganIt was a much needed bounce back and more for Illinois as they dominated Michigan from the start of the night at the State Farm Center. Illinois got back in the win column winning 97-68. Terrence Shannon Jr scored 19 first half points en route to a season high. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame podcast.
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2024-02-1442 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois' second half collapse ends in 88-80 loss at Michigan StateIllinois lead 72-64 late in the second half and had multiple chances to extend the game to double digits, but failed to do so leading to a late Michigan State rally. The Spartans eventually got the lead and never gave it back, winning 88-80 to earn their big conference win of the season. Join the From Beyond The 'Paign therapy session with Cody Delmendo.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/live/J2y3UoABNQM?si=OfhQxBWNiGj3ginJ2024-02-1153 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois goes for fifth straight win over Michigan StateAfter six days off, Illinois heads up to East Lancing to hopefully win their fifth straight game against Michigan State. The Illini defeated the Spartans earlier this season at home without Terrence Shannon Jr, will now have him in what is expected to be a highly viewed game on national television. Tune in with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign as he previews this matchup.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JFjaHh-bXGk2024-02-1045 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois outlasts Keisei Tominaga and Nebraska in OT, win 87-84Nebraska looked at the Vegas point spread and said hold my beer. Illinois blew a 10 point lead with three minutes to go took the lead in the final seconds but Illinois' Marcus Domask sunk 1-2 free throws with a few seconds to play in regulation to force overtime. The Illini managed to close it out in overtime winning 87-84. Illinois is now in second place in the Big Ten. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign Podcast.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/live/32hCMKokdb02024-02-0553 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois and Nebraska Preview, joined by Mike Carpenter from The 200 Level PodcastIllinois is back home tomorrow as they host conference opponent Nebraska. The Cornhuskers are coming off a huge home win against ranked Wisconsin, but have not won a Big Ten road game this season. The Illini come in winners of four of their last five games. Mike Carpenter of The 200 Level Podcast joins Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbdL_na4keY2024-02-041h 08From Beyond ChampaignTSJ IS BACK! Illinois pounds Ohio State 87-75It was exactly what the doctor ordered. Illinois went into Ohio State and took care of business Tuesday night in Columbus. Illinois won 87-75 to improve to 7-3 in Big Ten play. Terrence Shannon Jr had his best performance since his return to the court. The Illini dominated this game offensively from start to finish. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IntYoFdwpbY2024-01-3137 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois prepares for another tough road environment at Ohio StateAfter a bounce back win over Indiana, Illinois looks to continue their winning ways at Ohio State. Ohio State has really struggled in Big Ten play, but Illinois' offense has been inconsistent since Terrence Shannon Jr returned to the lineup. Tune in with Cody Delmendo and Sunny Verma, host of Illinicast, for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAiH3XyWWh82024-01-3056 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois avoids the upset from Indiana, win 70-62It came down to the very end, but Illinois managed to edge out a 70-62 win at home against rival Indiana. Illinois did not play well, but they made the plays they had to at the end to pull this one out. Join Cody Delmendo for the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame show.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GS8Z1gyy0g42024-01-2836 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois tries to bounce back at home against IndianaAfter a tough loss at Northwestern, Illinois tries to bounce back at home against Indiana tomorrow afternoon on two days rest. Indiana has an entire week to prepare for this matchup and need this win more than Illinois. Will the Illini bounce back or get upset at home again Tune in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJT6mq3Roww2024-01-2741 minFrom Beyond ChampaignTherapy session: Northwestern upsets Illinois 96-91I was there. I watched it all play out. It was a great basketball game until it wasn't. Illinois falls 96-91 at Northwestern in what was an expected hostile environment in Evanston. We discuss that, the miss opportunities for Illinois, and more. Join the therapy session with Cody Delmendo on this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
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#Illinois #illini #collegebasketball2024-01-2557 minFrom Beyond ChampaignREACTION: Four-star recruit Jeremiah Fears commits to IllinoisHuge news on the recruiting front for Illinois dropped Monday afternoon. Four-star recruit Jeremiah Fears committed to Illinois for the class of 2025. Tap in with Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign to learn about Fears and more.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioU6HTlUpqY2024-01-2327 minFrom Beyond ChampaignTerrence Shannon Jr's suspension uplifted, reinstated to Illinois Basketball programBig Illinois Basketball news dropped Friday evening that no one really expected. Guard Terrence Shannon Jr was reinstated to Illinois' basketball program after he was granted a preliminary injunction against the University of Illinois by a federal judge. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for full reaction on this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
The Big Ten Show with Illinicast creator Sunny Verma mentioned in show: https://youtu.be/xypRrCuqkk4
Subscribe on Spotify: https://www.youtube.com/live/IH6bdLsL_L8?si=Q_UJ7q0w9onyXiAf2024-01-2038 minFrom Beyond ChampaignHuge second half propels Coleman Hawkins and Illinois to 88-73 win at MichiganMichigan made it a game for a half but Illinois' huge second half earned Illinois a bounce back win at Michigan Thursday night. Coleman Hawkins and Quincy Guerrier both finished with double doubles. Five players finished with double digit points. Illinois now remains tied with Northwestern for third place in the Big Ten. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame show.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx_IJZO7tvo2024-01-1940 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois tries to bounce back at MichiganAfter a lazy Sunday, Illinois looks to get back into the win column against a bad Michigan team. Juwan Howard and the Wolverines have been the complete opposite from the football team that just won a national title, sittine at the bottom of the Big Ten. Can Illinois move on from the home loss to Maryland? Tune in with Cody Delmendo on this From Beyond The 'Paign preview podcast.
WATCH on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHhc8B609982024-01-1834 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois upset at home by MarylandWeather it was because the freezing cold weather on the commute to the State Farm Center or the fact the game was at 1 pm on a Sunday, Illinois just did not have it against Maryland. The Illini fall 76-67 in what was their worst loss of the season to this point. Join Cody Delmendo for the therapy session on the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame podcast.
Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4EwUnUykLI4LLHJA80aCoh?si=9a63ba4a8f2a453b2024-01-1445 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois outlasts Michigan State, wins 71-68It wasn't pretty but Illinois did ust enough to outlast the Spartans from Michigan State Thursday night at the State Farm Center, winning 71-68. Coleman Hawkins, Marcus Domask, and Ty Rodgers lead Illinois with 15 points each. Tune in with Cody Delmendo for From Beyond The 'Paign postgame show.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/64tAQYOoqBM2024-01-1234 minFrom Beyond ChampaignTerrence Shannon Jr talks, Illinois tries to bounce back vs Michigan StateNews has came out the last few days related to Terrence Shannon Jr and the off the court allegations against him. What are your thoughts about his case now? Meanwhile on the court, Illinois prepares for Michigan State. Can the Illini bounce back at home? Tune in with Cody Delmendo for his edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/live/XOA5RcgvblI?si=at_AHL7Awr2HzWo1 2024-01-1145 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois' comeback falls short at PurdueIt was a tail of two halves for Illinois at Mackey Arena Friday night. Illinois trailed 47-32 at halftime but made a late second half comeback to cut the deficit all the way to three before Braden Smith hit two free throws to end the game. Marcus Domask lead Illinois again with 26 points and five assists. Great effort at the end but still a loss. Therapy starts with Cody Delmendo on the From Beyond The 'Paign podcast.
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/8f0GXqqtrNU?si=eC4A69ZZjAs7ljid2024-01-0638 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois looks to upset PurdueWe're one day away from perhaps the biggest Big Ten matchup of the season as Illinois travels to No. 1 Purdue with hopes to upset the Boilermakers. Join Cody Delmendo as he talks through the matchups with he No. 1 most insufferable Purdue fan Greg Braggs.
Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z6BC3SFa8ew2024-01-051h 00From Beyond ChampaignIllinois dominates Northwestern 96-66 behind Marcus Domask's 32 point performanceNo TSJ, no problem! Illinois handled Northwestern easily 96-66 at home Tuesday night. Marcus Domask lead Illinois with 32 points, Justin Harmon added 20 off the bench. Join Cody Delmendo for From Beyond The 'Paign postgame podcast.
Watch & Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jfuoi3E25102024-01-0336 minFrom Beyond ChampaignReaction: Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman speaks after Terrence Shannon Jr suspensionThursday was one of the darkest days in Illinois Basketball history following the shocking news of Terrence Shannon's suspension in relation to being charged for rape in Lawerence, Kansas. Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman spoke before the Illinois last non-conference game against FDU. Join Cody Delmendo as he tries to make sense of this tragic situation on the From Beyond The 'Paign Podcast.
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/XhHEJOOEMG4?si=e-pK9woSHjw7nSNo2023-12-3043 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIs Illinois a Final Four team?Days after dominating Missouri, Illinois is back in Champaign looking to close out their non-conference schedule with a win over FDU. They enter this week ranked No. 11 in the AP Poll, which may have surprised Illini fans. Brandin Podziemski spoke out on Twitter related to his rise to the NBA and somehow still threw shots at Illinois. And we'll take a look around the Big Ten to close the show. Join Cody Delmendo for this edition of From Beyond The 'Paign.
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cody_chgo2023-12-2852 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois DOMINATES Mizzou 97-73Revenge was had as Illinois dominated Missouri in the annual Braggin’ Rights game in St. Louis 97-73. The Illini lead 49-24 at halftime and never let up. Illinois was lead by Terrence Shannon, Coleman Hawkins, and Quincy Guerrier, who all were in double figures at halftime. Join Cody Delmendo for the From The Beyond The ‘Paign postgame show.
Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cody_chgo2023-12-2340 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIs Illinois’ Terrence Shannon Jr the best guard in the country?After a bounce back win against Colgate, Illinois looks ahead to its final crucial non-conference matchup against Missouri in the annual Braggin’ Rights game in St. Louis. Brad Underwood is 2-4 in Braggin’ Rights games. Will his luck change this season? Tune in with Cody Delmendo to preview Illinois’ last major non-conference matchup.
Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4EwUnUykLI4LLHJA80aCoh?si=6f58697bfde540be2023-12-2142 minFrom Beyond ChampaignAre Purdue and Illinois the favorites to win the Big Ten?It was a successful week for Illinois Basketball dominating FAU at Madison Square Garden and playing tough against a very tough Tennessee squad, earning the Illini a boost in the AP poll rankings to No. 16. In today's From Beyond the 'Paign Podcast, Cody Delmendo will take a look across the Big Ten and preview Illinois' Sunday matchup against Colgate.
Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cody_chgo2023-12-1559 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois dominates Rutgers 76-58 at the RACIt was their first conference game and on the road in a tough road environment but that didn't stop Illinois from dominating Rutgers from start to finish, winning 76-58 at the RAC on Saturday. Join Cody Delmendo for the From Beyond The 'Paign postgame podcast.2023-12-0337 minFrom Beyond ChampaignWhere does Illinois stand at Thanksgiving Break?Cody is back after a week on the West Coast in California, meaning he missed the last three games which also means there is a lot to talk about. Illinois went 2-1 last week beating two mid-major schools and playing close with highly ranked Marquette at the State Farm Center. Niccolo Moretti showed what kind of distributor he can be against Valpo and Southern. Will Brad Underwood give him more minutes against higher competition? The state of the Big Ten isn't great, outside of No.2 Purdue, who just beat Gonzaga and looks to add another win over Tennessee tonight...2023-11-2239 minFrom Beyond ChampaignIllinois avoids upset to Oakland, win 64-53It was a brutal first 30 minutes, but Illinois' offense finally arrived in the final 10 minutes and the Illini defense locked up the Golden Bears. Illinois held on 64-53 at the State Farm Center. Terrence Shannon Jr lead the way with 15 points, five assists and three steals. Join Cody Delmendo for postgame on the From Beyond The 'Paign Podcast.
Socials: https://linktr.ee/cody_chgo2023-11-1102 min
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastHEY! Cody decided to rebrand the podcast and start something newHey, so this used to be The Sky Is Falling Podcast. A lot has happened. Cody and Tommy are still friends. They were at Illinois/Northwestern last weekend, actually.
But.
This is something new.
You might know Cody Delmendo from the CHGO Cubs Podcast, but there's so much more about him and his journey in the media industry. This is just the beginning.
Connections is a sports media podcast where we'll talk about the happenings in the media industry and conversations with others in the industry and their story of how...2022-12-011h 29
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 101 - It's Justin Fields world and we're just living in itNo Tommy or Sean this week so Cody does this solo but has some guests, including normal guest Josh and Greg Braggs from Braggs In The Stands. Cody and Josh talk about the White Sox bullpen issues with Craig Kimbrel and Liam Hendriks. What is wrong with Yoan Moncada and the offense struggles with RISP. Cody and Greg talk all about Justin Fields, his experiences at training camp this summer, and what's to come this season.
Follow on Twitter @skyisfallingpod and on Instagram @theskyisfallingpod We're also proud to be partnered with Bet Rivers Sportsbook! Illinois bettors can...2021-08-162h 08Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 98 - The Time Cody Used A Mobile Hot Spot To Record The ShowBare with us this week as Cody used his work phone's 5G hot spot to have internet access and record the show on our recording/streaming platform. But Cody, Tommy, and Josh talk the week in Chicago baseball. Eloy returning for the Sox. Is he the addition the Sox needs or do they need another bullpen arm? Perhaps Ryan Tepera? Cubs fans prepare for the last week of the core players they've had since 2015. What the Cubs need to do in what could be the most important week of the season that could decide the next two seasons for...2021-07-261h 53Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 94 - Cubs, White Sox Injured List, Blackhawks Front Office and Scottie Pippen: WOOFCody, Tommy, and Josh go full send on their weekends. Cody and Tommy in St. Louis and Josh's birthday weekend. The White Sox Injured List is full of guys and it's starting to show on their squad. What moves can they make before the deadline, if any? The Cubs' offense looks like April again and the lack of starting pitching is starting to take a toll on the entire team again, but the schedule is favorable in July. Scottie Pippen dropped a bombshell calling Phil Jackson a racist. The Blackhawks and the sexual assualt saga with Brad Aldrich is...2021-06-292h 09Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 92 - Chicago is 100% BACKIt's been over a year but Chicago became 100 percent open last Friday. Cody and Tommy took in the first 100% capacity Cubs game at Wrigley Field and the vibes were off the charts. The Cubs swept the Cardinals, and White Sox swept the Tigers over the weekend. Both teams atop their divisions. Are we having fun yet? We talk all about it, Allen Robinson reporting to minicamp and Bears vibes, Coby White's shoulder injury and potential point guards the Bulls can buy if they don't hit in the draft lottery next week, and a lot more. Tune in for a...2021-06-152h 07Connections: A Sports Media PodcastCatching Up With Our Dad Kevin KadukCody catches up with our friend and reoccurring guest Kevin Kaduk, writer for the Chicago sports newsletter Midway Minute. They talk Cubs, White Sox, Bears, and how they plan to hang out with all their Twitter friends now that the pandemic is coming to an end. And a whole lot more!
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This...2021-06-101h 04Connections: A Sports Media PodcastMax Bain & Steve MorckWe got a nice little Memorial Day special as Cody talks all things White Sox with a long-time friend of his and Tommy's from college Steve Morck. Steve works as Senior Digital Media Producer for University of Illinois Public Media, an NPR+PBS member station. They talk about the Sox and a lot more. In the second half of the show, reoccurring guest South Bend Cubs pitcher Max Bain joins the pod. If you missed the first interview with him in January, click here. Cody and Tommy catch up with Max and his transition to High-A ball in the...2021-05-281h 59Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 89 - Unwritten Rules are lame & weakCody, Josh, and Tommy recap another week of Chicago sports, mainly revolved around the Cubs and White Sox. There's a lot of talk about the unwritten rules after Tony La Russa's comments this week. The Sox also had a tough weekend against the Yankees. The Cubs had an energizing week against the Nationals and went into Sunday Night Baseball with a lot of momentum. We finish up with our end-of-the-show segments.
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We're also proud to be partnered with Bet Rivers Sportsbook! Illinois bettors can use promo code...2021-05-241h 39Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 88 - Summer Time Chi is BACKVibes continue to trend up especially in the Bears camp where Justin Fields continues to make headlines. Josh cohosts this episode with Cody and Sean so we get plenty of Sox in as Josh just missed the 10-0 bet by four games. We touch on the Bulls for a bit as the last game is played on Sunday before the end of the season. Our show wraps up with our normal segments.
Also if you're listening to this on Monday 05/17 go ahead and give Cody a nice B-Day shoutout #crackum.
Follow on Twitter @skyisfallingpod and...2021-05-171h 53Connections: A Sports Media PodcastButkas Stats & AnalyticsFresh off live-streaming himself eating a jar of mayonnaise Cody managed to lead today's podcast with Tommy and Sean. They get into the nitty-gritty with Excel specialist Quinten Krzysko aka @butkusstats on Twitter to talk about Bears NFL Draft and when the best time to start Justin Fields is.
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This episode...2021-05-071h 02Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 84 - Cody's too busy to answer your text messagesOur entire group is back and it feels so good. Cubs' offense is historically bad. Carlos Rodon was two outs away from a perfect game. The Bulls playoff chances feel very slim. The Bears exist. The Blackhawks have an important series against Nashville coming up. And a whole more.
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The Sky Is Falling Podcast is presented by OnTapSportsNet.com and MANSCAPED. For 20% off your order and Free Shipping, go to Manscaped.com and use the promo code ONTAP. We're also proud to be partnered with...2021-04-191h 56Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 83 - The Cubs offense is deadAaand we're back. The Cubs ruined Cody and Tommy's weekend. Zach LaVine had a historic game in a loss. The White Sox mash baseballs and, believe it or not, the Bears found a way to not embarrass themselves this week.
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Connections: A Sports Media PodcastANDY F*UCKING DALTONCody and Josh air their grievances towards the Chicago Bears following the Bears signing of quarterback Andy Dalton. Lots to unpack.
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We're also proud to be partnered with Bet Rivers Sportsbook! Illinois bettors can use promo code ONTAP at registration to receive a first deposit match up to $250. That's FREE money to bet with during the...2021-03-181h 24Connections: A Sports Media PodcastLocked On Bulls Matt Peck & Illinois Basketball's Mike LaTulipIf you like basketball, and specifically basketball that takes place in Illinois, you've come to the right place. Cody talks Bulls with our friend Matt Peck from the Locked On Bulls podcast and talks Illinois Basketball, the Big Ten Tournament and March Madness with former guard Mike LaTulip.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-sky-is-falling/support2021-02-1855 minConnections: A Sports Media PodcastBears/Carson Wentz Talk w/Austin from Lake Shore Live Podcast & Road Trip Activities DraftLet's get weird on a Thursday. Cody recently went on the Lake Shore Live Podcast so we had to have host Austin Fuglestad on the show this week to talk Bears and the Carson Wentz trade rumors as that storyline continues to heat up.
We also did a Roadtrip Actitivites Draft. We plan to implement all these choices when we go watch Illinois win the NCAA Tournament in March. Lock it in.
The Sky Is Falling Podcast is presented by OnTapSportsNet.com and MANSCAPED. For 20% off your order and Free Shipping, go to...2021-02-111h 12Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 63 - Illinois is BACK w/former Illini Mike LaTulip & Bulls post-draft talk w/Bulls ScriptedHappy Black Friday. Happy Thanksgiving. Happy four day weekend, folks. We're very thankful for all y'all who support us and continue to to tune in every week. This week was a bit wild but we have two awesome interviews on the backend of the show. We try to convince ourselves the Bears can actually beat Green Bay and we tell everyone what we're thankful for.
Cody will live stream during Sunday Night Football's Bears/Packers matchup. Go follow us on Twitter (@skyisfallingpod), Facebook (facebook.com/skyisfallingpod) and on twitch (twitch.tv/codelmendo) to follow along Sunday...2020-11-2700 minConnections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 62 - Tony CampanaWe have a bit of a different twist during the Bears bye week. We're happy to talk to former Cubs outfielder Tony Campana over the weekend. Cody wrote about him a few weeks back, which is what led to this interview. We also have our normal mid-week segments.
The article: https://ontapsportsnet.com/2020/11/11/where-are-they-now-what-happened-to-tony-campana/
No show Thursday because of Thanksgiving, but we'll have a special episode out on Black Friday. Stay safe this week everyone!
The Sky Is Falling Podcast is presented by OnTapSportsNet.com and MANSCAPED. For 20% off your order...2020-11-2300 minConnections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 61 - Bulls draft Patrick Williams ... who?On tap tonight, Cody and Tommy discuss the Bulls selecting Patrick Williams with the 4th pick of the NBA Draft. We take a look back on the Theo Epstein Era with the Cubs and to no ones surprise, we're still mad at the god damn Chicago Bears.
Bears bye this week, but no worries, we have a special podcast coming next Monday. Stay tuned.
We live streamed with our buddies at @BullOnTap during the draft so go give those guys a follow. We'll be doing more live streams for the foreseeable future so...2020-11-1900 minConnections: A Sports Media PodcastFire TLR into the sun + Cubs talk w/DOM_Frederic & Bears/Vikings PreviewSend thoughts and prayers to the White Sox PR Team trying to spin the Tony La Russa bombshell hire positively after his this week's news. Cubs offseason talk, his relationship with Ian Happ and more with DOM_Frederic. The Bears suck but play a football game Monday. Bulls selection possibilities for the NBA Draft, trade rumors and the season start.
Tommy is out due to his employer making him work overtime. Please send him thoughts and prayers in his mentions. Big news coming up next week!
NFL Sunday live stream in 11 o'clock hour as always...2020-11-1200 min
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 59 - Bears/Titans Preview & Buzz/Sox On Tap on TLR hireHappy No Nut November everyone. Let's talk Chicago sports because nothing else important is happening in the world right now. Obviously.Bears go into Tennessee this week at 5-3. Can they get back in the win column? Buzz from Sox On Tap joins the program to break down the Tony La Russa hire with Cody. The Bulls hired new assistant coaches. Illinois looks to get their first win against Minnesota this week. Make sure to follow us on social media: @skyisfallingpod on Twitter and skyisfallingpod on IG.2020-11-0500 min
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 56 - Chicago Comedian Joe KilgallonEveryone go tell Tommy happy birthday. Sean stepped up to the plate and delivered with Cody tonight. We're speaking Le'Veon Bell to the Chicago Bears into existence. Cody and Sean preview the Bears and Panthers game ahead this weekend. Chicago Comedian Joe Kilgallon joins the podcast for a Cubs depression update. Ricky Renteria is out ... is Tony La Russa in? Two new segments, best & worst, shadow realm of the week and voicemails.NFL Picks Update & Bears - 7:50Cubs w/Joe Kilgallon - 40:06White Sox - 1:16:16Bulls - 1:26:08Never A Doubt Parlay of the week...2020-10-1500 min
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastBears 2020 Week 1 Recap & Alec Mills' No HitterCody and Sean recap the first game of the Bear's 2020 season with Josh Barlog before hitting on Alex Mills' no-hitter and an early shadow realm of the week.2020-09-141h 01Connections: A Sports Media PodcastFootball is Back with Aaron LemingCody and Sean record today's first full length football episode as we talk about the matchup with the Lions, the injury report and extending A-Rob. We then cut to our interview with Aaron Leming as he helps preview some Bears topics before hitting our divisional predictions for the upcoming season.2020-09-101h 56Connections: A Sports Media PodcastThe Blackhawks are dead & Matt Peck of Locked On Bulls & Bulls OutsidersTommy & Sean break down the Blackhawks postseason loss to the Golden Knights. Cody welcomes reoccurring guest Matt Peck back on to talk Bulls, the NBA bubble and the NBA Draft Lottery.Blackhawks: 3:08Bulls & Matt Peck: 38:362020-08-201h 57Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 48 - Twitter Bot CodyThis weeks episode is filled with great Chicago sports news. We start off by talking Blackhawks hockey and their series with the Golden Knights. We then talk Cubs & Sox as we live stream the Cubs/Brewers game in the background. After baseball we talk about the recent Bulls news and NBA playoffs before hitting the Bears to round out the sports segments. We close out the show with our normal segments and voicemails.04:40 - Blackhawks15:16 - Cubs/Sox39:43 - Bulls/NBA Playoffs01:00:17 - Bears01:09:04 - Best and Worst01:22:12 - Shadow Realm01:33:47...2020-08-171h 42Connections: A Sports Media PodcastSir Yacht & Blackhawks/Golden Knights Game 1 RecapIn our first episode of our new Thursday show format. Tommy recaps and previews the Blackhawks series with the Golden Knights. Cody interviews the CEO of Ohio known as Sir Yacht, a big Cleveland sports fan and popular guy on Twitter, Youtube and Tik Tok.Blackhawks talk: 3:12Sir Yacht: 22:48Show wrap up: 1:25:032020-08-131h 29Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 47 - WAPWe are back with an in-person episode this week as Sean and Tommy met at Cody's place. We talk through our normal Chicago sports teams leading off with the Cubs and Sox then talking Hawks and Bulls (yes Boylen is still the coach). We end the episode with our best and worst, shadow realm and our T-shirt giveaway.07:04 - Cubs/Sox30:10 - Blackhawks39:44 - Bulls48:33 - Best & Worst01:01:28 - Shadow Realm01:13:45 - T-Shirt Giveaway2020-08-101h 20Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 46 - The Craig Kimbrel EpisodeWe are back after our post-Cody show with the full gang. We start off with a long baseball talk followed by the Blackhawks and the Bears. We then have our weekly Boylen check and round off the episode with our normal segments.15:25 - Cubs & Sox51:51 - Blackhawks01:01:28 - Cutty & the Bears01:09:48 - Boylen Check01:12:29 - Best & Worst 01:30:34 - Shadow Realm01:32:34 - Voicemails2020-08-061h 46Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 45 - Big Dave of NBC Sports Chicago's Bulls OutsidersSports are back. The Blackhawks win their first playoff game since 2017. Cody recaps both the White Sox and Cubs weekend sweeps. Big Dave of NBC Sports Chicago joins the program to talk Bulls and the NBA bubble. Ayo and Kofi are coming back to Illinois. Mitch versus Nick.We're also doing a giveaway this week. Go follow us on Twitter (@skyisfallingpod) for a chance to win a free t-shirt.Blackhawks: 2:06Cubs/White Sox - 13:08Big Dave/Bulls talk - 46:42Illinois Basketball - 1:38:50Bears talk: 1:42:492020-08-031h 53
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 18 - Recap The Last Dance EP 3/4 & JJ Stankevitz of NBC Sports ChicagoThe boys are back to recap The Last Dance EP 3 & 4 documentary and the NFL Draft. The first 48 minutes is consisted of our Goal of the Week, recapping The Last Dance, voicemails and Bears talk. (1:13-49:40) JJ Stankevitz joined us to recap covering the draft from home, and answer all our Bears questions while his child cried in the back ground. (49:40-1:18:15) We wrap up the show with actual thoughts and prayers to Silvy of ESPN 1000 and Cody's still trying to believe Jay Cutler isn't really getting divorced. (1:18:15-1:27:10)2020-04-271h 30Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 13 - Andy Long of BearsFansOnline, Recap Tiger King, The Last Dance, Cody sort of went viral on Twitter and VoicemailsThe boys are back for another week updating their quarantine lives and kick off the show reacting to ESPN's 30 for 30 The Last Dance documentary getting moved up to April 19th and how Cody got a taste of what going viral was like. (1:30-27:00) Andy Long, Tommy's brother and longtime content producer of BearsFansOnline joins the pod to talk Bears, being a miserable Bears fan podcasting during these times and comparing being a fan of other Chicago teams to being a fan of the Bears. (27:00-1:19:00) The boys list their favorite quarantine snacks, listen to voicemails from listeners, name their shadow...2020-04-012h 02Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 12 - Daniel Greenberg talks Bears, Nick Foles signing, Quarantine Week 1, Top 10 Sports Movies, VoicemailsThe boys welcome popular Twitter user Daniel Greenberg to the show and update us on Quarantining Week 1. The boys kick off the show reacting to Nick Foles coming to the Bears, talk about Allen Griffin transferring from Illinois and Jamal Murray's groin. (1:44-24:45). Daniel Greenberg joins the show to talk Chicago Sports and how he started his Twitter account. (24:47-48:23) Cody's girlfriend Cassidy joins the show to recap qua-renting with Cody as the boys discuss how they've social distance'd for the last week. (48:24-1:08.00) Top 10 sports movies, Olympics postponed (1:08.57-1:22.00) Voicemails. (1:22.50-1:44.46) Shadow Realm and end of show (1:45.00-1:52.14)2020-03-251h 53Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 11 - COVID-19 Cancelled Sports, Bears Free Agency and Scott Richey of News GazetteAfter a week off, Cody is back from Cancun and adjusting back to the new reality of the world ending. COVID-19 cancels sports and NFL Free agency talk (1:40-1:04:00). Scott Richey of the Champaign News Gazette joins the pod to recap Illinois basketball's season. (1:04:00-1:29.00) Bachelor Season finale and Cody binge watched Love Is Blind. (1:30:00-1:48:00) Voicemails and Shadow Realm Of The Week. (1:48:00-2:02:00)2020-03-182h 03Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 10 - Kevin Kaduk, Voicemails, Cubs and White Sox Spring Training actionThe boys are back for their first episode in double-digits. Tommy came to visit Cody last weekend, Jason the Lyft drive, send us voicemails (224-544-9117) and Cubs and White Sox Spring Training talk in the first segment. (1:21-36:00) Kevin Kaduk formally of Yahoo Sports and Northwest Herald in Crystal Lake, IL joins the show to talk his career in sports media, how he snuck into a Wrigley Field with a fake ID and give us his take on the Marquee Sports Network. (36:00-1:14:00). The boys wrap up the show with Bulls, Blackhawks, Illinois basketball, shadow realm and picks of...2020-03-041h 54Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 4 - Cubs Convention, the Astros deserve all the slander, Illinois wins again and A BIG SURPRISEEpisode 4 dives into Cody's trip to the Cubs Convention, more slander for the Astros, NFL Playoffs, Illinois Basketball and Cody has a Bulls rant.2020-01-221h 34
Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisode 2 - Recap NFL Wild Card weekend, our gambling failures, Cody's bad Kirk Cousins take and fake ad readsThis week the guys recap NFL Wild Card weekend, talk about their gambling debt, tommy's poop story, Illinois basketball's potential as a tournament team. They wrap up with Cubs and White Sox talk and their picks of the week.2020-01-081h 26Connections: A Sports Media PodcastEpisdode 1 - How to lose $1,000 in a weekIn the inaugural episode of the Sky Is Falling, Cody and Tommy let it all out on the Bears season and figure out how in the world Tommy lost $1,000 gambling in a week2020-01-011h 16