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Stories Inside the Man CaveThe Pass Rush with Stevie Lee: The Emotions from the Texas Hill Country floods & Texas Longhorn football preseason countdownSend us a textStevie Lee and Shawn Clynch reflect on the devastating floods in central Texas, emphasizing the need for community support and recovery efforts while discussing Texas football and upcoming changes in college athletics. • Over 129 confirmed deaths and 170 people still missing across central Texas from recent flooding• Organizations like HEB leading emergency response efforts, outperforming federal agencies• Athletes including Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes donating to help pay for victims' funerals• Texas football recruiting update, including commitment from Dia Bell who chose football over basketball• Discussion of the stacked quarterback...
2025-07-1456 minStories Inside the Man CaveCoffee with Clynch: Morning affirmations, Masters week, Kelvin Sampson & the Coogs, and #HookEm baseballSend us a textMorning routines and positive affirmations can transform how we respond to adversity and negativity in our lives. What happens to us doesn't define us – it's how we handle challenges that shapes our character and future success.• Daily accountability through programs like "The Successful Man" builds consistency in personal development• Morning routines with positive affirmations set the tone for your entire day• Setting clear goals prevents overwhelm and creates pathways to success• The Masters Par Three Contest showcases joy with heartwarming moments from players' children• Jon "Big Drip" Fidler won t...
2025-04-1017 minStories Inside the Man CaveEp 454: The Pass Rush with Stevie Lee, The Road to NCAA Glory: Longhorns' Tournament Journey BeginsSend us a textStevie Lee and Sean Clynch dive into the excitement of March Madness as Texas secures a bid in the NCAA Tournament despite a challenging season. The tournament field features a record 14 SEC teams, showcasing the conference's basketball dominance.• Texas will face Xavier in a First Four play-in game, with the winner advancing to play Illinois• Speculation about coach Rodney Terry's future continues, with questions about whether a tournament run can save his job• Potential upsets to watch include Yale over Texas A&M and Utah State over UCLA• Final Fo...
2025-03-1945 minStories Inside the Man CaveThe Pass Rush with Stevie Lee & Shawn Clynch and special guests Phillip Geiggar & Jason CecilSend us a textThe Pass Rush with Stevie LeeEpisode 452 is brought to you by Hargrove Roofing"Know who's on your roof"Former Texas Longhorn defensive back great, Phillip Geiggar joins us to discuss the return of Duane Akina to the #HookEm coaching staff for a second time. Akina made a significant impact on Geiggar personally & his career at Texas.And, Jahdae Barron's high school football head coach, Jason Cecil joins to talk about Barron as a young man at Connally High School and Barron's development into one of t...
2025-03-0354 minStories Inside the Man CaveThe Pass Rush with Stevie Lee & Shawn Clynch: Cotton Bowl, Buckeyes, Football Legends, Texas Tradition, and Mayo MadnessSend us a textThis episode explores the intertwined journeys of Texas football, family dynamics, and the spirit of community support. We discuss the recent Peach Bowl, upcoming Cotton Bowl predictions, and the significance of faith and resilience in the lives of players and fans alike. • Revisiting the 2006 Rose Bowl victory and its lasting impact • Analyzing Texas' performance in the Peach Bowl against Arizona State • Previewing the upcoming Cotton Bowl against Ohio State and discussing game tactics • Highlighting the faith and unity within the team culture • Addressing the challenges young athletes face and their...
2025-01-0655 minStories Inside the Man CaveEp 425: Let's Talk About it, Inside the Arkansas-Texas Football Rivalry: Razorback Legends Share Their StoriesSend us a textImagine standing in the roaring stands as the Arkansas Razorbacks clash with the Texas Longhorns, feeling the intensity of one of college football's most storied rivalries. This episode brings you right into the heart of the action, as I, Shawn Clynch, am joined by former Razorbacks Marshall Foreman, Greg Thomas, and Limbo Parks, who share their firsthand experiences of battling Texas both on and off the field. We dive into the unforgettable 1969 game and the electrifying atmosphere that continues to fuel this fierce competition.Our conversation takes a nostalgic turn as...
2024-11-1555 minStories Inside the Man CaveEp 423: Coffee with Clynch Unity, Respect, and Dialogue: Lessons from Football and Women's Rights DiscourseSend us a textWhat if our nation could glean invaluable lessons from the dynamics of a football team? Robert Griffin III, former Baylor quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner, profoundly connects the diverse unity found within a football team to the very fabric of America. Join me, Shawn Clynch, as we kick off this episode of Coffee with Clynch by exploring his thought-provoking insights. In a landscape marked by political division, Griffin's message serves as a heartening reminder that our strength as a nation comes from our collective efforts and shared goals. As we reflect on his...
2024-11-1019 minStories Inside the Man CaveEp 417: Coffee with Clynch, DKR quote & UT vs UGA will be the most electric atmosphere in DKR Texas Memorial Stadium historySend us a textImagine channeling the intensity of a college football game into your everyday life. That's exactly what we explore in this energizing episode of Coffee with Clynch on the Stories Inside the Man Cave podcast. I, Shawn Clynch, bring you insights from the legendary coach Daryl K Royal, and share how his philosophy of harnessing controlled anger can lead to success both on and off the field. As game day excitement pulses through Austin, I reminisce about a high school football moment that underscores the power of focus and determination.The buzz...
2024-10-1918 minStories Inside the Man CaveCoffee with Clynch: The Power of Purposeful Communication: Strengthening Professional and Personal ConnectionsSend us a textHave you ever found yourself in a situation where you wished you had been more direct, honest, or respectful in your communication? Join me on this episode of Stories Inside the Man Cave, where I delve into the nuances of purposeful communication in both professional and personal realms. Through candid reflections and recent conversations with friends, I share key insights into how being clear and intentional can prevent misunderstandings and strengthen connections. Tune in to uncover practical tips for fostering meaningful dialogues that leave no room for ambiguity.I also open...
2024-06-1509 minStories Inside the Man CaveCoffee with Clynch: Turning Life's Challenges into Stepping Stones: Embracing Patience and PositivitySend us a textWhat if you could transform life's toughest moments into stepping stones for personal growth? Join us this Happy Friday as we navigate through a week that's been both exhilarating and overwhelming, discussing how patience, timing, and trusting the process have become cornerstones in our journey past the age of 40. From the heart-wrenching experiences of losing loved ones to the relentless pursuit of our dreams, we'll share candid stories that highlight the importance of finding a positive nugget each day, no matter how chaotic life gets. Over a soothing cup of coffee, w...
2024-05-3106 minStories Inside the Man CaveCoffee with Clynch: Reconnecting with the World: A Heartfelt Chat and Memorial Day TributeSend us a textEver felt that the world's issues could be solved by simply looking up? Today, I share an enlightening conversation with a retired football coach who offers a powerful perspective — the need to lift our eyes from our screens and reconnect with the world around us. Discover how this simple habit can transform our communication and bring back genuine human connections that we often miss while being glued to our cell phones.As Memorial Day weekend approaches, I take a heartfelt moment to honor the brave servicemen and women who have made th...
2024-05-2905 minStories Inside the Man CaveEp 365: Lets Talk About It, One Year Later, A Year of Grief & GrowthSend us a textThe calendar marks one year since the sky dimmed with the passing of Mama Clynch, and I'm inviting you on a journey through the raw tides of grief and the legacy she left behind. As we navigate through the changing landscapes of our lives, I share tender insights and the wisdom gleaned from not just mourning, but also managing the practicalities that death entails—from establishing trusts to the sale of family property. This episode is more than a reflection; it's a testament to the strength we muster as we trek through the pe...
2024-05-1409 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 363-Let's Talk About It, Draft Night Dreams: Will the Texas Longhorns Make NFL History?Send us a textWill tonight be the night that the Texas Longhorns football program etches its name in the annals of NFL Draft history? Your ears won't believe the stories I'm about to share as we cover an NFL Draft night that could potentially mirror the Longhorns' glory of 1980. Join me, Shawn Clynch , and feel the pulse of excitement as we track the destiny of Texas' finest—Byron Murphy, Xavier Worthy, and fatherhood's poster child, Adonai Mitchell. These gridiron heroes aren't just chasing their dreams; they're sprinting headlong into the future, with their personal victories and st...
2024-04-2608 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 350: Rally at the Disch with Ty Harrington, A Deep Dive into College Baseball's Return and Future ProspectsSend us a textAs the scent of fresh-cut grass and the crack of bats signal the return of college baseball, Ty Harrington and I, Shawn Clynch, bring you heartfelt tales and expert analysis straight from Arlington, Texas. We begin by strolling down memory lane at the historic Globe Life stadium, reminiscing on the exhilaration of the Shriners College Classic. Ty, with his dual expertise as a coach and commentator, shares his experiences, including his recent role as an emcee introducing baseball luminaries at a UT baseball preseason banquet. Our discussion then pivots to the raw unpredictability...
2024-02-1629 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 349: Let's Talk About It, #HookEm on February signing day, Super Bowl, and A Tribute to Toby Keith and Influence on Football and MusicSend us a textThey say when a legend passes, the world pauses to take note. It's Shawn Clynch here, and today we gather not just to mourn, but to celebrate the remarkable life of Toby Keith, a man whose courage in facing stomach cancer was as inspiring as his music. The realm of college football and the University of Oklahoma, in particular, felt the weight of his loss, with figures like Tony Casillas and Eddie Radosevich sharing stories that remind us of Toby's genuine spirit and unwavering support for sports. As we extend our heartfelt thoughts...
2024-02-0917 minStories Inside the Man CaveCamp #HookEm Football: Season Opening WeekSend us a textEpisode 283 is brought to you by Shoal Creek Saloon Your pregame home for high school football games at House Park Stadium & for Texas Longhorn gameday.The 4th and final installment of Camp #HookEm football included former Texas Longhorn defensive lineman, Stevie Lee, CBS Austin 's Jeff Barker, the Austin American-Statesman 's Danny Davis , and Shawn Clynch "Embrace the Hate" was sparked by the Big 12 commissioner's remarks in Lubbock in front of a Red Raider Club encouraging Texas Tech to do to Texas on Thanksgiving weekend as the Re...
2023-08-3143 minStories Inside the Man CaveTuesdays with Tes: UT Baseball's Season Ender was a Gut PunchSend us a textTuesdays with Tes: UT Baseball's Season Ending Gut PunchEpisode 265 brought to you by Honest Air Conditioning and Plumbing& matgirl.comThe gritty Texas baseball team's season ended on a routine pop fly which was lost in the lights at Stanford, one win from a 3rd consecutive trip to the College World Series in Omaha.Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at http://MANSCAPED.com #ad #manscapedpodInstead of criticism and angst, the emotions were deep and supportive of this t...
2023-06-1440 minStories Inside the Man CaveRemembering Lance Blanks, Episode 256: Tuesdays with TesSend us a textEpisode 256: Tuesdays with Tes, installment #27Remembering Lance BlanksBrought to you by:Mat Girl: 512-426-8071 & Honest Air Conditioning and Plumbingand Hargrove Roofing: "Know who's on your Roof"It's FRIDAY, not Tuesday... It's been a week.We dive into the NFL Draft experience for 5 Texas Longhorns.Tes' experience at the Bijan Mustardson NFL Draft watch party.Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at http://MANSCAPED.com #ad #manscapedpodDrew Pearson's mispronunciation o...
2023-05-0536 minStories Inside the Man CaveThe Pass Rush with Stevie Lee, installment #21Send us a textEpisode 228: The Pass Rush with Stevie Lee, Installment #21Brought to you by Hargrove Roofing & Construction - Austin Ossai's late hit was a learning moment, Trent Williams tossed hands, Super Bowl prop bets, Beard's Tarrytown home on the market. Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at @Manscaped.com #ad #manscapedpod All music used in this episode is from paid premium accounts with both @Epidemic Sound & @Vimeo Create The Dallas Cowboys gutted their coaching staff & Clynch's theory on why Quinn is hanging around...
2023-01-3137 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 226 with RJ Martinez, Baylor's New QB & Anthony WoodSend us a textEpisode 226 with @RJ Martinez, Baylor's New QB & Anthony WoodBrought to you by Jim Saxton, State Farm Agent in Austin.All music tracks used in this episode are from paid premium accounts with both @epidemicsound & Vimeo CreateThe former Westwood Warriors Football quarterback with the big arm set a record with 76 pass attempts in one game back in 2019. That was a Texas High School Football record once held by Johnny Manziel.Get 20% OFF @Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at http://MANSCAPED.com #ad #m...
2023-01-2355 minStories Inside the Man CaveTuesdays with Tes & #HookEm Football, installment #16Send us a textEpisode 214Tuesdays with Tes & #HookEm Football, installment #16Honest Air Conditioning and Plumbing & Jim Saxton, State Farm Agent The Alamo Bowl: Who's NOT playing for the Longhorns? Their reason is validated. An NFL draft eligible talent who is a projected day 1 or day 2 selected should NEVER play in a bowl game not in the CFP. The risk is TOO high.Get 20% OFF @Manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at http://MANSCAPED.com #ad #manscapedpodOther topics discussed:*Walk...
2022-12-2257 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 183: Tuesdays with Tes & #HookEm Football, Installment #3:Send us a textEpisode 183: Tuesdays with Tes & Hook Em Football, installment #5All music used in this episode was provided by Epidemic Sound & Vimeo CreateGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MANCAVE20 at http://MANSCAPED.com #ad #manscapedpod For those Longhorn football fans, Tes is the voice of your feelings and all of the emotions experienced from the OT loss to Texas Tech in Lubbock.She has opinions and questions regarding the entire game and the lack of defense, especially on 4th down.
2022-10-0254 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 98 with David SmoakSend us a textEpisode 98 with David SmoakA Texas sports broadcasting legend who is one of a handful of pioneers of sports talk radio in Texas .Smoak was one of the first to launch a sports message board: smoaky.com in East Texas. He's a Heisman Trophy voter, on the selection committee of the Texas Sports HOF & the Texas High School Football ballot committee.Smoak's broadcasting roots including the Dallas Cowboys & Dallas Cowboys Training Camp, The Masters, and Texas high school football. For the past decade he's established qu...
2021-10-281h 11Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 94 with Quincy Carter, former Dallas Cowboys quarterback (guest co-host)Send us a textEpisode 94 with Quincy Lavon CarterThis is an episode we hope reaches at least one person who is dealing addiction and inspires them.Quincy has battled an addiction and is winning that battle with a complete overhaul of his mindset, his faith, and his daily approach to life in general. Not to mention his commitment to AA.The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback's 1st love was baseball. Carter, who grew up near Atlanta, GA, was selected in baseball's June Amateur Draft out of high school.But...
2021-10-1237 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 92 with Jay Norvell, head football coach at Nevada & Texas kicks off the Big 12 race vs Texas TechSend us a textEpisode 92 brought to you by saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee & Beer GardenJay Norvell, who spent a cup of coffee in Austin as play caller and receivers coach on Charlie Strong's staff at Texas, is building Nevada into an annual bowl game participant and is competing for a Mountain West Conference championship.Over three decades of coaching experience, Norvell is a branch of the Hayden Fry coaching tree. Norvell played for Hayden Fry at Iowa and launched his coaching career in Hawkeye country after playing with the Stoops brother...
2021-09-2442 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 84 with Cat Osterman (segment one), It's a Cowboys HOF weekend (segment two)Send us a textEpisode 84 with Cat Osterman (segment one interview)Special thanks to: saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden The Texas Longhorn and Olympic softball pitching legend recently returned from the Olympics in Japan.Osterman helped Team USA earn a silver medal.She will soon lace up the spikes for the final time as a professional. Her resumè of accomplishments is lengthy as a player and as a coach.Clynch & Big Mike had a humorous and lengthy conversation about Osterman's career, real life, the married life and...
2021-08-0749 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 83 with Todd Dodge in segment 1, Clynch & Coach Mo on the SEC in segment 2Send us a textA special thanks to saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee + Beer GardenAfter 36 years, the native of the Golden Triangle in southeast Texas and the former Texas Longhorns quarterback is retiring from coaching high school football after the 2021 season.Dodge could end his career with a fairytale ending by winning a 3rd consecutive state championship at Westlake High School in Austin.If that happens, Dodge will finish his career with 7 state championship rings. 4 at Southlake Carroll and 3 at Westlake.The ties to Westlake are rather deep. His...
2021-07-3144 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 82 with Kurt Hines, Head Football Coach of Coronado HS in San Diego, CASend us a textA special thanks to saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee + Beer GardenHines is the head football coach at Coronado High School in San Diego, California.Much like Stories Inside the Man Cave alumni, Bob Shipley, Hines has a similar personality and provides daily inspiration and motivation about life.You can follow Coach Hines on Twitter, follow this link:https://twitter.com/CoachKurtHinesHines can boast of the fact that he has coached on both coasts of America. His story is relatable. It's one w...
2021-07-2245 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 80 with Butch Hadnot, Texas Longhorn running back greatSend us a textIt was Clynch and Hardge holding the fort down while "Big MIke" and "Coach Mo" were swamped with business obligations.The former Texas Longhorn football running back great from Kirbyville, Texas was candid and open about this story in segment 1 with Clynch and Hardge.Special thanks to saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee + Beer GardenHadnot delivered some entertaining stories about his upbringing in East Texas and the resurgent 1990 Texas football season called, the Shock the Nation Tour. A freshman season in which Hadnot rushed for 500+ yards and contributed...
2021-07-081h 15Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 79 with Ace Whitehead, Texas Longhorns baseball signee & his dad, Kirk & Guest co-host, John Hygh (Fox 7 Sports)Send us a textBrought to you by:saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee & Beer Garden in AustinGuest VIPs: Ace and Kirk WhiteheadGuest co-host: John Hygh, sports anchor/reporter for Fox 7 in Austin."Big Mike", Hardball Hardge, and Coach Mo all had to take the day off.Asher Cade Whitehead is his full name.The pride of Lampasas, TX is another legend from this Texas Hill Country town which produced the late, great Texas Longhorn legend, Johnny "Lam" Jones who possessed world class speed.Whitehead...
2021-07-0149 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 78 with Brian Jones, Texas Longhorn linebacker great/College football analystSend us a textTwitter handles for hosts:Shawn Clynch https://twitter.com/ShawnC_ATX"Big Mike" Murphy https://twitter.com/mercury_mamboMike "Hardball" Hardge https://twitter.com/HardballHardgeMaurice "Coach Mo" Harris https://twitter.com/CoachMoFitnessEpisode 78 with college football analyst & former Texas Longhorn linebacker great, Brian JonesBrought to you by:saxtoninsurance.com & https://www.cosmiccoffeebeer.com/BJ is the last Longhorn to wear the prestigious middle linebacker #60 full-time. Jones delivered stories in only a way that BJ can. With energy, h...
2021-06-241h 06Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 77 with Kendall Rogers, D1baseball.comSend us a textTwitter handles for hosts:Shawn Clynch https://twitter.com/ShawnC_ATX"Big Mike" Murphy https://twitter.com/mercury_mamboMike "Hardball" Hardge https://twitter.com/HardballHardgeMaurice "Coach Mo" Harris https://twitter.com/CoachMoFitnessEpisode 77 brought to you by:saxtoninsurance.com https://www.saxtoninsurance.com/ & cosmiccoffeebeer.com https://twitter.com/cosmicaustinSince the turn of the century, Lufkin, Texas native and a proud former student of Texas A&M University, Kendall Rogers found his nichè by producing content for his passion, coll...
2021-06-1746 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 76 with Gavin Graham (segment 1) & Super Horns baseball & Dippin' Dots (segment 2)Send us a textSponsored by:saxtoninsurance.com & Cosmic Coffee + Beer GardenBe sure to subscribe to & follow us on our new video platform, YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSuaf06KEDv2POR4dlfR7Jw and on our Facebook page: Stories Inside the Man Cave PodcastSponsored by:http://saxtoninsurance.com & https://www.cosmiccoffeebeer.com/Follow on Twitter: @storiesmancaveHost:Shawn ClynchCo-Hosts:Mike "Hardball" Hardge"Big Mike" Murphy
2021-06-121h 05Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 73 with "Baby Gronk" DFW's youth football IG sensation & Bryan Mays on Tim Duncan & Coach PopSend us a textA monumental day which was in the making the past couple of months for our podcast. The day we transition to and launched on a video platform.The audio for this episode is from the video recording on http://streamyard.comBe sure to visit our Facebook page and YouTube page to watch our episodes beginning with episode 73:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoriesManCaveYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSuaf06KEDv2POR4dlfR7JwOf course, this wouldn't have been possible without ou...
2021-05-2055 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 72: Houston Texans theme with Charles Omenihu & Drew Dougherty and a Jake Ehlinger tributeSend us a textTwo weeks after the NFL Draft, the Houston Texans received some love during segment 1.Former Texas Longhorns defensive lineman great, Charles Omenihu made a surprise visit to the Man Cave for the 1st time. The 3rd year Houston Texans defensive lineman joined a long time friend of Clynch, Drew Dougherty in segment one.Dougherty and Clynch date back to their days in local tv sportscasting. Dougherty was the sports director at the Fox affiliate in Lubbock and Clynch was a sports reporter/anchor at the Fox affiliate in Oklahoma C...
2021-05-141h 08Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 71 with Bob Shipley (segment 1) & Chris Almendarez (segment 2)Send us a textEpisode 71 of the Jim Saxton State Farm Insurance Agency Stories Inside the Man Cave was a full house with Big Mike, Clynch, Coach Mo, and Hardball Hardge which compliments the two guests, Bob Shipley and Chris Almendarez.Yes, that Shipley. The patriarch of the royal Texas football family which produced the Texas Longhorn receivers: Jordan and Jaxon.Bob Shipley "officially" retired from the University of Texas football staff three days prior to the recording of this podcast.It's all about FAITH, FAMILY, & FOOTBALL with the Shipleys.
2021-05-061h 13Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 70 with Kirk Dressendorfer, legendary Longhorn pitcherSend us a textEpisode 70 brought to you by Jim Saxton State Farm Insurance Agency, click below for all of your insurance needs.https://www.saxtoninsurance.com/Big Mike's business, Last Stand Hats is expediting a high volume of business and Coach Mo had some family obligations. Both had to miss episode 70 due to those reasons.One of the legends of the University of Texas baseball program who deserves to have their jersey number retired joined Clynch and Hardball Hardge in segment one. Kirk Dressendorfer pitched for Texas during t...
2021-04-291h 20Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 69: "The Beer Belt" ATX breweries near Austin FC's Q2 Stadium & Texas Longhorn football spring concludingSend us a textThe boys took a step out beyond the norm to highlight an ATX district of breweries and have a conversation with representative from four different breweries for the 69th episode of Stories Inside the Man Cave Podcast brought to you by Jim Saxton State Farm Insurance Agency.https://www.saxtoninsurance.com/The area near Metric Boulevard and Kramer Lane, which is near Q2 Stadium-the home of the new Major League Soccer franchise, Austin FC, is referred to by some as the "Beer Belt".John Stecker from 4thTap: ht...
2021-04-2355 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 68 with Anthony Geronimo, ATX media legend with KEYE & the minister of positivitySend us a textA big development for the Stories Inside the Man Cave boys.Episode 68 is the first episode for the debut of the podcast's first sponsor, Jim Saxton State Farm Insurance agency.For all of your insurance needs, contact Jim by phone: 512-441-1082 or visit his website:https://www.saxtoninsurance.com/Thank you, Jim for supporting our podcast. Our hope is all of our listeners contact Jim your insurance needs.As for episode 68:Our world is loaded with negativity, but we all...
2021-04-151h 19Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 66 with Javan Felix (former Longhorn basketball star) & Blake Brown on Chris BeardSend us a textAt the time of this recording, Clynch and Hardball Hardge were processing all of the reports and rumors about Chris Beard leaving Texas Tech to become Shaka Smart's successor as the men's basketball head coach at Texas.Big Mike took a leave of absence, this is his first full week since the arrival of his son.And, Coach Mo's training schedule is busy on Thursdays. There is a rumor Coach Mo will make a long awaited return for episode 67.The day this podcast dropped on Friday, April 2nd Beard...
2021-04-021h 25Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 65 with David Beaty, former Kansas Jayhawks football coach & Texas high school football coachSend us a textClynch and Hardball Hardge held the fort down while Big Mike spent his 3rd as a father. He and his wife, Sara welcomed their son into the world on Tuesday. Both mom and son are healthy and happy.Joining the boys is a well known name in the Texas high school football coaching fraternity, David Beaty.A product of Garland High School, Beaty was either an assistant or head coach at four different Dallas/Fort Worth area high schools from 1994-2005.That's when Beaty took a leap...
2021-03-261h 40Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 64 with Dr. Katie Russell Newland & her book, A Season with Mom: Love, Loss, & the Ultimate Baseball AdventureSend us a textMarch Madness in the Man Cave included a special guest, an author who resides in Austin, TX.Dr. Katie Russell Newland, who is a NOLA native, received her undergraduate degree from Trinity University in San Antonio and later completed her Phd at the University of Texas.She stepped away from her life as an educator to focus on her passion for writing.Katie, an avid reader and fan of several authors, has quite a story and authored a book called: A Season with Mom: Love, Loss, & the U...
2021-03-191h 17Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 62: Clynch goes solo about Mask On/Mask Off & Bryan Mays on Eyes of TexasSend us a textIt's been a hectic week for all of the boys.So, Clynch was solo for episode 62. But, he was joined in segment two by a friend of the pod and longtime friend of Clynch, KVUE's main anchor, Bryan Mays.During segment one, Clynch addressed all of the anxiety built up from removal of the face mask mandate by Texas Governor, Greg Abbott and stating that Texas is open for business 100% beginning March 10th.What's lost is the fact that all businesses are free to continue the requirement...
2021-03-0547 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 61 with Lt. Colonel Nick Battle & a tribute to Jason & Chrisla ReevesSend us a textFor the next two weeks beginning with episode 61, the Man Cave boys have an accomplished author as a VIP guest.Nick "Nino's Corner" Battle is a 2005 graduate of the University of Texas who was an RA in Jester East dormitory at UT. It was during that time he connected with some of the best to play football at Texas. Battle's list of career accomplishments is lengthy one. He is currently an active duty Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force. That alone is impressive. Battle's has authored thr...
2021-02-2649 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 60 with Jeff Traylor, UTSA head football coach: The rise from state champion high school coach to FBS head coachSend us a textJeff Traylor entered the Man Cave with Clynch and Hardge on "thaw out day" or the beginning of the big melt from a week long deep freeze and problematic winter weather.Traylor, who played on those great football teams in the late 1980's at Stephen F. Austin State University, began his coaching career in East Texas as a high school football coach. He left his mark of success in his hometown, Gilmer, as soon as he took over as head football coach. During his 15 years as the Buckeyes head co...
2021-02-1948 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 59 with Gene Watson, Los Angeles Angels front office & Remembering Pedro GomezSend us a textGene Watson, a respected name in baseball and Major League Baseball joined Clynch, Big Mike, and Hardball Hardge for episode 59.Watson has nearly three decades of experience working in professional baseball as a talent scout and in the front office.Watson worked his way up in baseball after playing college baseball at UT-Arlington beginning with the Texas Rangers.The Temple, Texas native was recently hired by the Los Angeles Angels as the special advisor to general manager Perry Minasian.Watson had ties to Pedro Gomez...
2021-02-121h 07Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 54: Back-to-Back state champs, Kenneth Sims, & Sark's staff #AllGasNoBrakesSend us a textClynch, Big Mike, and Hardball Hardge debated a multitude of topics including the back-to-back state champion, Westlake Chaparrals football team and Todd Dodge winning the Dodge Bowl against his son.Clynch witnessed it first hand at Jerry World in Arlington. Hardge wanted to know what that experience was like for Clynch as a fan/spectator since he's never truly seen a high school football game in a couple of decades without having an obligation to work as a media member.The football coaching staff being assembled by Steve Sarkisian...
2021-01-221h 04Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 53 with Bob Wager: Friday Night Lights inspired him to ride a motorcycle to Texas to become a high school football coachSend us a textHardball Hardge and Clynch interviewed Bob Wager, the winningest football coach in Arlington Martin High School history, in segment one.Wager was born and raised in the northeast portion of the country and attended Springfield College in Massachusetts, where he was a running back in the wishbone offense.Wager was inspired by his football coaches throughout his life. After he read the New York Times best seller, Friday Night Lights (focused on Odessa Permian's rich tradition in the late 1980's), it inspired him to become a high school football...
2021-01-151h 10Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 48: Merry Christmas from Shawn ClynchSend us a textSupport the showPlease like and follow each of Stories Inside the Man Cave Podcast social media links on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and Tik Tok.
2020-12-2527 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 46 with Longhorn 4 Life, Norman Watkins & Hardball HardgeSend us a textBack-to-back weeks with a full house plus one.Well, plus one being Mike "Hardball" Hardge aka "Willie D" and "Cleanup Man". But, the guest of honor was former Texas Longhorn linebacker, Norman Watkins who was once quoted his true freshman season at Texas in 1991 saying, "I'm too damn good to redshirt."Stormin' Norm discussed his childhood and upbringing and his long journey to becoming a Longhorn and his dark times in life.He and Clynch met in the 8th grade at Martin Junior High and h...
2020-12-101h 00Stories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 43 w/Cover 3's Dave Ramirez: Bourbon, Cigars, & Longhorn footballSend us a textClynch and Coach Mo held down the fort while Big Mike and his lovely wife vacationed in Carolina and decided to learn more about bourbon and cigars.The boys invited the general manager of Austin's Anderson Lane location of Cover 3, Dave Ramirez. During his personal time, Ramirez is a bourbon and cigar connoisseur. Funny thing is, Coach Mo is as well. A true education on bourbons and cigars took place.In segment two, the boys and Dave discussed Texas Longhorns football.Ramirez is a...
2020-11-1449 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 42 with Super Kooper & family and #ShitStain2017 Longhorn footballSend us a textThe boys are back together for the first time in a couple of months for an episode.Clynch, Coach Mo, and Big Mike reunited and it felt so good for episode 42.This episode was a first due to have a family feel to it. The parents of Osteosarcoma survivor, Kooper Hernandez, Jon and Mindee Hernandez joined the boys to discuss Super Kooper and his triumphant victory against cancer and his annual fundraising golf tournament which recently took place. Five years ago at the age of 5, Super Kooper l...
2020-11-0654 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 41: Rumors about Tom Herman's future & Carson Cunningham on the OSU CowboysSend us a textSupport the showPlease like and follow each of Stories Inside the Man Cave Podcast social media links on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and Tik Tok.
2020-10-3032 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 40 with Cedric Golden, a Statesman Longhorn beat writerSend us a textLongtime Austin American-Statesman Texas Longhorn sports beat writer, Cedric Golden joined Clynch for the celebration of episode 40.Golden offered his takes on the lawsuit against Bevo by one of his former co-workers for the incident prior to the 2019 Sugar Bowl in New Orleans. Golden also discussed the "Eyes of Texas" issues and social/racial injustices.The current status of the Texas Longhorns football program was discussed at length with Baylor visiting Austin after a lengthy off period for Baylor due to Covid19 cases in Waco.C...
2020-10-2352 minStories Inside the Man CaveEpisode 39 with former Horns & donut entrepreneurs, Caleb Bluiett & Tim ColeSend us a textClynch was solo, but he was joined by two former Longhorns who are making a name for themselves after football.Caleb Bluiett, a former UT tight end/defensive end and Tim Cole, a former UT linebacker are co-founders of Elite Sweets donuts. A brand of healthy donuts high in protein and gluten free.Be sure to follow them on Twitter: @TheEliteSweetsBoth Bluiett and Cole are expanding this brand nationwide with hopes of taking this donut global. These brilliant entrepreneurs discussed their story and delivered an inspirational m...
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