In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Emma Calow, known as Dr. E, an Assistant Professor at the University of Iowa School of Journalism and Mass Communication and a leading voice in the study of sports, media, and social justice. As a professor in the Sport, Media, and Culture program, Dr. E’s work explores athlete activism, feminist culture, race, gender, media, and the deeper meanings embedded in the world of sport. Together, we dive into how sports can act as both a mirror of society and a powerful catalyst for change. We unpack why some voices in athlete activism are amplified while others are muted—and what that reveals about power and privilege in the world of sports. Dr. E also shares valuable advice for young change-makers looking to turn their love of sports into a purpose-driven career. Whether you’re dreaming of a future in sport and activism or just curious about the deeper forces shaping what happens on and off the field, this episode is for you. Let’s learn how to change the game!

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Sports, Activism, and Impact explores the intersectionality between sports, social justice, culture, and impact. Weekly, we take a deeper dive into how sports can be a force for justice, equity, and cultural change. Each episode features powerful and informational conversations with athletes, scholars, and change-makers who are using their platforms to push boundaries and spark impact. Whether you're a student, fan, or future activist, this show will leave you inspired and ready to turn your passion for sports into purpose.

Collin Wilder talks about his epic journey through six years of college football. The ultimate glue guy rarely saw a dull moment throughout his career. In this cornerstone episode of Glue Guys, he revisits his time playing for Tom Herman and Paul Chryst, the origin of the Grit Factory, and the penalty that saved his life.

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Elite athletes with world-class personalities make for conversational dynamite. We hear from unsung heroes who love on their teammates better than the rest. Great teams stick together. Hear it straight from the glue on Glue Guys.

Atlantic Hockey America (AHA) Commissioner Michelle Morgan joins Before the Corporate Storm to talk about her experience from being a student athlete to her career in the sports industry and everything in between. Michelle gives some great advice on mindset, shares lessons she’s learned, and speaks about what’s it really like as a woman working in sports.

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It can be difficult when starting the first job of your career. Whether you are set on what you want to pursue or stressing over what your future holds, we all need some direction. Before the Corporate Storm is here to give you inspiration from women on each step of the corporate ladder.

In this episode, Tanner sits down with former ESPN sportswriter Wayne Drehs, discussing how sports journalism has grown over the span of his career, as well as the highs and lows of what it takes to be a sportswriter. Talking about anything between good and bad stories, the fear of burnout, and the memories and stories that will last for a lifetime.

The college sports landscape is shifting and NIL is leading the charge. In this episode, host Jake Gorski talks with Sydney Lemmerhirt, the Director of Operations for the University of Arkansas NIL program: Arkansas Edge. We unpack the business side of NIL, what it means for athlete branding, and how students in sport and recreation management can prepare for this new era of opportunity and responsibility.

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Front Office Files goes beyond the scoreboard to reveal the business moves, ownership decisions, and financial strategies that shape sports franchises. Get insider insight into how teams are built, managed, and transformed off the field. Whether you're an aspiring exec or just curious how the front office works, this podcast delivers smart, behind-the scenes stories that matter.

Host Abbie Yahn sits down with her brother, Noah Yahn, to explore his fitness journey and how it has evolved beyond high school sports, focusing on how he’s built a sustainable approach rooted in a growth mindset and faith. Noah shares what his experience was like leaving behind the structure of high school sports and creating a personal routine that supports both his physical and mental + spiritual well-being. He opens up about challenges, small wins, and how he has kept his faith strong and a number one priority in the midst of it all. This conversation offers encouragement, practical insight, and a reminder that growth takes time – and intention.

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Sportless is an interview-style podcast that explores the transition from high school sports to the unstructured fitness landscape of college life. Hosted by University of Iowa student and former high school athlete Abbie Yahn, this show dives into what happens when the team, coach, and daily practice schedule are no longer there to guide you – and you are left to figure it out on your own. Each episode features conversations with students who have experienced this shift, navigating the struggle to stay active, have balance, and redefine what fitness means without the structure of organized high school athletics. If you were once an athlete now feeling lost in the college chaos and looking for motivation, practices on how to stay active, and community, Sportless is the podcast for you.

Cornell women’s ice hockey captain Rory Guilday shares the mental strategies that help her stay sharp under pressure. From managing nerves to staying focused on game day, Rory talks about how she prepares mentally for high-stakes moments and the importance of developing the right mindset.

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What separates good from great? The Mental Blueprint uncovers the often overlooked side of the game, where pressure, focus, and mentality make all the difference. From rituals and routines to setbacks and self-talk, discover how elite athletes get out of their own heads.

In this episode, I talk with Chuck Long, former Iowa QB. We’ll cover what it’s like to be the QB of the #1 team in the nation, the highs and lows of being the star QB on campus, and what life was like as a college sports star before social media.

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The fame, the glory, the attention. College sports stars are always in the spotlight on campus, but have you ever wondered what it was like to live that life? In The "It" Person, we look into what life is like as a college sports star, and learn how some of the stars have handled the life once they become the it person on campus.