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Award-winning sports writers Chad Leistikow (Des Moines Register) and Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) are bonafide experts on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Big Ten Conference. If you want the inside scoop on the happenings in Iowa City and the entire Big Ten, you won’t find a better spot than Legends and Listeners.
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- 6 days ago1h 16m
Legends & Listeners: Post Malone's Troll, Indispensable Hawkeyes, Big Ten Media Days
Legends & Listeners: Post Malone's Troll, Indispensable Hawkeyes, Big Ten Media Days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago59 min
Legends & Listeners: Can Iowa Finally Unlock Its Offense? Hawkeye Summer Hoops, and More
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman break down everything they learned from Iowa football media availability and Iowa basketball workouts. The guys discuss the quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, why Tony Diaz could transform Tim Lester's offense, and their early impressions of Ben McCollum's rebuilt Hawkeye basketball roster. 🏈 Iowa Football The conversation includes: • Why the quarterback competition remains wide open • Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski • Should Iowa let its quarterbacks get hit in fall camp? • Tim Lester's evolving offense entering Year 2 ⚡ Tony Diaz & Iowa's New Weapons Chad and Scott discuss: • Why Tony Diaz chose Iowa over Alabama • How Diaz changes the Hawkeyes' offense • Can Iowa finally field a dynamic passing attack? 🏀 Iowa Basketball Plus an in-depth look at: • Ben McCollum's second Hawkeye roster • Cooper Koch's continued development • Trevin Jirak's impressive offseason • Andrew McKeever's impact inside • Why optimism is growing around the program 👀 Looking Ahead • Recruiting update on five-star point guard Caden Daughtry • Iowa's long-term outlook in football and basketball • Fall camp storylines to watch • Why the future looks bright for Hawkeye athletics Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 11m
Legends & Listeners: Live from The Other Place! Jack Campbell, Ike Boettger & Swarm Changes
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman take Legends & Listeners on the road to The Other Place in Cedar Falls for a live show featuring Detroit Lions All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell and former Hawkeye and NFL offensive lineman Ike Boettger. The guys also discuss Jamie Pollard's retirement, the future of Iowa's NIL efforts after Swarm winds down, and what it all means for Hawkeye athletics. 🦁 Jack Campbell Joins the Show Fresh off an All-Pro season with the Detroit Lions, Jack Campbell talks about: • Becoming one of the NFL's best linebackers • Returning home to Cedar Falls • Fatherhood and life off the field • Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions culture • Leadership lessons from Kirk Ferentz 🏈 Ike Boettger Stops By Former Hawkeye offensive lineman Ike Boettger discusses: • His path from quarterback to NFL offensive lineman • Playing with Josh Allen in Buffalo • Iowa's offensive line tradition 📰 Hawkeye Headlines Before the interviews, Chad and Scott break down: • Jamie Pollard's retirement and what it means for Iowa State • The impact on the Cy-Hawk rivalry • Swarm officially shutting down • Iowa's evolving NIL strategy • Recruiting in the revenue-sharing era Presented by GameDay Men's Health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 3m
Legends & Listeners: Breaking Down Iowa's Battle, Year of The Quarterback in the Big Ten, and more
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman turn their attention to football season with an in-depth breakdown of Iowa's quarterback competition between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski. The guys compare the Hawkeyes' situation to the rest of a loaded Big Ten, discuss conversations with Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester, explain what Iowa's offense must become in 2026, and announce a special live edition of Legends & Listeners this weekend in Cedar Falls. Plus, a quick follow-up on last week's Caitlin Clark discussion. 🏈 Iowa's Quarterback Competition With fall camp approaching, the Hawkeyes still have no clear starter. • Hank Brown vs. Jeremy Hecklinski • What Kirk Ferentz and Tim Lester are looking for • Why the competition could continue into the season • Which quarterback best fits Iowa's offense? 🌽 Ranking the Big Ten Quarterbacks The conference is loaded with talent. • Julian Sayin, Dante Moore and the league's elite • Former Cyclone Rocco Becht at Penn State • Where Iowa currently ranks • Why quarterback play could define the Big Ten race 📈 Can Iowa's Offense Take the Next Step? Scott and Chad discuss why 2026 could look different offensively. • Tim Lester's evolving system • The importance of Iowa's offensive line • Why the Hawkeyes may need to score more than ever before 📍 Plus • Caitlin Clark follow-up after last week's discussion • Live Legends & Listeners show announcement Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago1h 28m
Legends & Listeners: The WNBA is Failing Caitlin Clark? Women's Basketball Update, and Big Ten Boom
Is the WNBA failing Caitlin Clark? Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman discuss the latest controversy surrounding Clark, the league's leadership, physical play, and whether fans are beginning to tune out. Plus, an extensive breakdown of Iowa women's basketball after summer practice, including Ava Heiden's future, the incoming transfers, and why Jan Jensen's roster could be built for sustained success. 🏀 The Caitlin Clark Conversation Chad and Scott react to another week of controversy surrounding the Indiana Fever superstar. • Alyssa Thomas suspension • Physical play against Caitlin Clark • WNBA leadership under fire • Has the league lost the trust of its fans? • What could bring viewers back? 📈 Caitlin Clark's Impact A look at the numbers behind Clark's influence. • TV ratings explosion • Attendance growth • Merchandise sales • Why the WNBA's biggest opportunity may also be its biggest challenge 🖤💛 Iowa Women's Basketball Summer Report Fresh observations after Iowa's summer practice. • Ava Heiden discusses staying three years • First impressions of McKenna Woliczko • Why this roster has long-term potential 🏆 Big Ten Women's Sports Boom Scott shares reporting from the Big Ten meetings. • How the conference is capitalizing on Caitlin Clark's popularity • Women's volleyball growth • Television strategy • Expanding opportunities across women's athletics Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 23, 20261h 23m
Legends & Listeners: Dusty May Leaves Michigan, Bennett Stirtz NBA Draft Buzz & Iowa Mailbag
Chad Leistikow and Scott Dochterman react to the stunning news that Michigan national championship coach Dusty May is leaving for the NBA, discuss Bennett Sturtz's NBA Draft outlook, and answer listener questions on Iowa football, NIL, Kirk Ferentz, Iowa women's basketball, and much more. 🏀 Dusty May Leaves Michigan The biggest story in the Big Ten this week: • Dusty May leaves Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks • What it means for the Wolverines after a championship season • Potential replacements and the future of Michigan basketball • Why this move could impact Iowa and the rest of the Big Ten 🐤 Bennett Sturtz NBA Draft Watch Iowa basketball's star point guard is expected to hear his name called early. • First-round projections continue to rise • Which NBA teams make the most sense? • What his draft status means for Ben McCollum and Iowa basketball 🏈 Iowa Mailbag Chad and Scott tackle the biggest Hawkeye questions: • The quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Heklinski • Iowa's NIL and revenue-sharing strategy • Why turnovers have declined defensively • Expectations for transfer additions • Kirk Ferentz's future timeline at Iowa • Could this WBB roster be Final Four-caliber? Plus • Michigan's coaching search pressure • Iowa's new Carver-Hawkeye Arena court • College athletics in the NIL era Legends & Listeners presented by Game Day Men's Health. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 18, 20261h 24m
Legends & Listeners: Ranking Iowa's Schedule, The Sorsby Saga Ends & College Sports Faces Congress
Chad Leistikow returns from Yosemite, and Chad and Scott Dochterman rank every game on Iowa's 2026 football schedule from least to most intriguing. Plus, a deep dive into the proposed federal legislation that could reshape the future of college athletics. 🏈 Brendan Sorsby Heads to the Supplemental Draft • Why college football united against Sorsby's eligibility • Comparisons to the Iowa and Iowa State gambling cases • What the outcome means for the NCAA moving forward 📅 Ranking Iowa's 2026 Football Schedule Chad and Scott rank all 12 Iowa games based on intrigue, importance, and excitement. Which game deserves the No. 1 spot? 🔥 Under Pressure • Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood • Why Iowa's defense could present one of his biggest tests of the season 🏛️ The Save College Sports Act • Congressional efforts to regulate college athletics • Revenue sharing and media rights implications • Why the SEC and Big Ten are watching closely Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 10, 20261h 7m
Legends & Listeners: Lucy Rohden Discusses Her Rise to CFB Lucy, Best Atmospheres, & Brendan Sorsby
With Chad Leistikow away, Scott Dochterman welcomes one of the fastest-rising voices in college football media: Lucy Rohden. The former Iowa student, Dan Le Batard Show personality, and creator behind CFB Lucy opens up about her career journey, college football adventures, the future of sports media, and the current state of the sport she loves. 🎙️ The Birth of CFB Lucy Lucy explains why she left the Dan Le Batard Show, how the modern sports media landscape has changed, and why she's betting on herself as an independent creator covering college football on her own terms. 🖤 Iowa Memories & DITV Days From journalism camp and her first impressions of Iowa City to covering Hawkeye athletics through DITV, Lucy reflects on the experiences that shaped her career and explains why Iowa remains one of the most underrated college football destinations in America. 🏈 The Brendan Sorsby Controversy Scott and Lucy dive into the biggest story in college football: the court ruling allowing Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to remain eligible despite gambling violations. They discuss the NCAA's lack of authority, Texas Tech's role in the saga, and what it means for the future of the sport. 🌎 Best College Football Atmospheres Lucy ranks her favorite places in college football, including: • LSU • Texas A&M • Oregon • Iowa • Tennessee • West Virginia Plus stories from her travels covering games all across the country. Legends & Listeners presented by GameDay Men's Health, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
About Legends & Listeners
Award-winning sports writers Chad Leistikow (Des Moines Register) and Scott Dochterman (The Athletic) are bonafide experts on the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Big Ten Conference. If you want the inside scoop on the happenings in Iowa City and the entire Big Ten, you won’t find a better spot than Legends and Listeners.
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