• Get Ready for BYUradio's Big Stories
    Aug 24 2023
    Big Stories is a show dedicated to the incredible tales surrounding the opponents of the BYU Cougars. You'll hear from people associated with Sam Houston, Arkansas, and the Big 12 teams BYU will play this season. Big stories is hosted by Cleon Wall.
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    1 min
  • Big Stories Is Back!
    Aug 20 2024
    Host Cleon Wall is ready to bring you tremendous tales and inspiring stories from the Big 12 footprint and beyond. You’ll hear from Landry Weber, former Kansas State wide receiver, who gave up his final year of eligibility to follow a call from God. And then there is Maddie McLaughlin, who after a 3-year battle with Lyme disease, played volleyball for Arizona State and is now playing pro volleyball. And then there is Baylor graduate Jimmy Dorell, who founded Church Under the Bridge, to serve the homeless in Waco, Texas. So get ready for season number 2 starting on August 26th.
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    2 mins
  • Get Ready for More Big Stories
    Dec 7 2023
    We hope you've enjoyed the Big Stories podcast. We will have more great stories featuring some of BYU's Big 12 basketball foes in January 2024. They will include tales from UCF, Kansas, Texas Tech, Texas, and Iowa State.
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    2 mins
  • Wyoming: Cowgirl Up Like Jacey Hupp
    Sep 9 2024
    University of Wyoming Women's Rodeo coach Jacey Hupp never thought she would pursue a rodeo career after completing her eligibility on South Dakota State University’s rodeo team. So, how did Hupp eventually land herself in Laramie coaching the Cowgirls? A family tragedy pushed Jacey to follow her dreams. In this podcast episode, we tell you how Hupp has found purpose in her new position and how family, her student-athletes, a South Dakota community, and her faith in God helped her overcome the loss of her parents and niece. Guests: Jacey Hupp, Wyoming Women's Rodeo Coach Tarin Hupp Blow, Sister Trevor Hupp, Brother Seth Glause, Wyoming Head Rodeo Coach
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    28 mins
  • SMU: Futsal's First Family of Dallas
    Sep 2 2024
    When you hear the squeak of sneakers on a hard court, you might think of basketball, but in this case, it’s all about futsal—a fast-paced, high-energy sport described as basketball with your feet. Esteban and Manuel Mariel, former Southern Methodist University soccer players, have teamed up with their other members of the Mariel clan to build City Futsal in Dallas, Texas. The Mariel’s dedication to futsal isn’t about the game; it's about community. With a family-first approach, they’ve created a space that strengthens old and young athletes alike Guests: Esteban Mariel - Twin Brother, President of City Futsal Manuel Mariel - Twin Brother, VP of Operations Felipe Mariel - Youngest Brother, Marketing Ximena Mariel - Sister, Program Director Federico Mariel - Father, Business Development Director Solange Mariel - Mother
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    29 mins
  • S. Illinois: Bill Story's Thousand Mile Journey To Taking One Step
    Aug 26 2024
    A Chinese proverb states “The journey of one-thousand miles begins with one single step.” Former Southern Illinois Saluki football player Bill Story’s current thousand-mile journey is on artificial legs. Now, Bill hopes to walk one more time on the Saluki Stadium field. In this podcast episode, Bill shares how persistence, perseverance, and cool technology helped him walk again. Guests: Bill Story - Former Offensive Linesman for Southern Illinois University Deac Story - Bill's son Jerry Hardaway - Bill's former SIU teammate Bob Thomure - Bill's former SIU teammate Paulette Change - Bill's former classmate at SIU Morgan White - Doctor of Physical Therapy at Gainesville Health and Rehab Austin Williams - Physical Therapy Assistant at North Florida Hospital Charles McNeil - Physical Therapy Assistant at North Florida Hospital
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    29 mins
  • Houston: The SURE Program
    Mar 7 2024
    It can be difficult for entrepreneurs to start a new business when they don't know what they are doing. They might not know how to get money or create a business plan, but many have a good idea. That's where the University of Houston and the SURE program comes in. SURE stands for Stimulating Urban Renewal Through Entrepreneurship. Under-resourced entrepreneurs can apply to the program and get free help from student consultants. In this episode, you'll hear the remarkable stories of the entrepreneurs who have benefitted from the guidance of Houston's future business leaders. Guests:  Dr. Saleha Khumawala - University of Houston Professor of Accounting, Founding Director of the SURE program Heather Davis - Owner, Chic Sweets Fine Desserts Kiley Summers - Owner, SpenDebt Arneisha Sadler - Founder, CEO, Emeniss Call Center Bilqees Adeymi - University of Houston Student Consultant Makayla Lemons - University of Houston Student Consultant DJ Buenaventura - University of Houston Student Consultant Hanah Sadiki - University of Houston Senior Consultant
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    18 mins
  • TCU: Fellowship of Christian Athletes
    Feb 29 2024
    The Fellowship of Christian Athletes was founded so that athletes and coaches could promote the transforming power of Jesus Christ. But FCA at TCU is so much more than football players and volleyball stars witnessing to others that they are Christians. It's about being there to help anyone along life's journey. In this episode, find out how Chauncey Franks, Carrie Casey, and the Horned Frogs let their light shine and help others become disciples of Jesus Christ. Chauncey Franks - TCU FCA Character Coach Carrie Casey - TCU FCA Character Coach Sutton McTavish - TCU Beach Volleyball Player Riley Self - TCU Football Player Summer Holt - TCU Soccer Player Cory Hatchel - TCU Track Athlete
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    10 mins