Episode 40: Bring on the Podcast with David Ubben of Fox Sports Southwest

As Kansas State's game against Kansas approaches, Fox Sports Southwest Big 12 reporter David Ubben returns to the podcast to try to convince BracketCat and I the Jayhawks actually have an interesting team since Charlie Weis left. Does that mean they're going to actually make this a competitive rivalry this year? Ubben answers that question well, I think.

He also discussed Kansas State's bowl chances, which are a little more complicated with the College Football Playoff and the unlikely but real possibility that the Big 12 could even get two teams. Speaking of which, of course we had to ask Ubben for his take on the great TCU-Baylor debate. Needless to say, it's complicated.

Don't forget to check out Ubben's great work at Fox Sports Southwest and if you're somehow not already one of the 28.2K, be sure to follow him on Twitter at @davidubben. Beware of sarcasm.

Episode 39: Bring on the Podcast with David Smith of The Smoking Musket

Those of you who have listened to our podcasts with David Smith (Smithfire13 in the blogging world) of West Virginia blog The Smoking Musketmusket.com/ already know that this week's episode goes well beyond our typical 30 minutes, but it's also well worth your time. In his typical informative and entertaining fashion, David tell BracketCat and I about all facets of the WVU football program heading into Thursday's showdown in Morgantown, and he even tackles the oft-maligned subject of couch burning, specifically after the team's big upset of Baylor.

We also delve into the fans' impressions of Holgo in year three in the Big 12, and how he seems to be establishing a program capable of contending for years to come. We also discussed the Baylor-TCU debate from the perspective of the only team to beat the Bears this season, and finally, since basketball is upon us, we discussed Big 12 Player of the Year and the ragtag group of other kids Bob Huggins has found to put on the court. As a sidenote, here's the link to the posterization of Willie Cauley-Stein, which is something you're going to want to watch over and over, especially once you fall into the trap of watching Kentucky student reactions.

Be sure to check out the great work of David and others over at The Smoking Musket, and you can follow him on Twitter at @smithfire13. I'd highly recommend it.

Episode 38: Bring on the Podcast with Joel Jellison

It's a good week to not talk about football, so we invited The Manhattan Mercury's Joel Jellison back on the podcast to join KSUEMAW! and I in previewing the upcoming college basketball season. It starts Friday vs. Southern Utah, so this is your chance to find out if Joel predicts a loss like he did a year ago before the 'Cats failed to handle Northern Colorado. We also break down the rest of the schedule, as well as Kansas State's postseason chances.

Joel tells us why Wesley Iwundu, Malik Harris and Nino Williams all sat out for Sunday's exhibition, and we talk lineups, from who will start at point guard now that Will Spradling has moved on and whether K-State will actually play with two post men on a regular basis or continue to use a stretch 4. Finally, we touch on who else might be tough in the Big 12, as well as important things like which Wildcat will be leading the tunnel dance.

Don't forget to read Joel's work at The Mercury's website, and you should also follow him on Twitter at @Joel_Jellison.

Episode 37: Bring on the Podcast with Kyle Porter of Pistols Firing Blog

In this week's podcast, Kyle Porter tells us why Daxx Garman and Desmond Roland aren't the answers for an OSU offense that has scored just 19 points in the past two weeks. He says they need a lot more Tyreek Hill and connecting on deep passes may be the Cowboys' only chance for success in Manhattan this Saturday.

But Kyle says not all is lost for Oklahoma State thanks in part to a strong defensive line an plenty of promise for a remarkably young team. We also learn why OSU is suing New Mexico State and Texas offensive coordinator Joe Wickline.

Be sure to check out Kyle's work on his blog, which is featured on the Tulsa World's website, and you should also follow him on Twitter at @pistolsguy.

Episode 36: Bring on the Podcast with SB Nation's Ian Boyd

SB Nation college football and Inside Texas writer Ian Boyd rejoins the podcast and seems pleasantly surprised by the progress of Tyrone Swoopes in his second season with the Longhorns. Kansas State' soft coverage could play right into the strengths of the Texas offense, but that doesn't mean Ian expects them to avoid all the pitfalls associated with a trip to Manhattan.

You can also find out why BracketCat believes this could be a breakout game for the Wildcat running game and what Ian thinks of the work Charlie Strong has done so far in remolding the Texas program. There's still a long way to go, but so far, the results look good, and even a bowl game in year one no longer seems completely out of reach.

Be sure to check out Ian's great work at SB Nation as well as Inside Texas. You can also follow him on Twitter at @Ian_A_Boyd.