The Pokes Report Podcast

Zach and Brian had the opportunity to sit down with Oklahoma State guard John-Michael Wright on Friday in Gallagher-Iba Arena. They discussed Wright's college basketball journey, including his high school recruiting process that led him to High Point, then his transfer portal experience which led him to Stillwater and Oklahoma State. They also talked about the differences between playing at High Point and Oklahoma State in the Big 12, what led him to make his decision to play one more season with Mike Boynton and some of the main differences between Fayetteville, N.C. and Stillwater, OK cuisine. This is just a few of the topics the guys got into, so be sure and get comfortable, because this is fun!

Zach and Brian talk Oklahoma State football as the Cowboys are in their second full week of spring practice. They also held their annual Pro Day on Wednesday, with Jason Taylor II, Brock Martin, Braydon Johnson and Matt Hembrough posting some impressive numbers. The guys also talk a little Cowboy baseball.

Zach and Brian take a dive in the Oklahoma State men's basketball team's struggles the past few weeks, which have led to the Pokes missing out on the NCAA tournament and being tabbed the No. 1 overall seed in the 2023 NIT. They beat Youngstown State on the road, 69-64, but will now look to get past a solid Eastern Washington team. They guys also discuss Cowgirl basketball's trip to the NCAA tournament and the early season successes of Cowboy baseball and Cowgirl softball.

Zach and Brian discuss Oklahoma State round ball sports. Cowboy baseball threw a combined no-hitter against Cal Baptist, the program's first combined no-hitter since 1993. As for softball, the Cowgirls have started the season 8-1, including four run-rule wins in five games down in Florida in the TaxAct Clearwater Invitational. The fifth win was 10-9 over No. 8 Virginia Tech.

Zach and Brian are joined by former longtime Oklahoma State radio announcer, Tom Dirato to discuss the start of the 2023 season for Cowboy baseball. The Pokes kick things off on Feb. 17 against Missouri in the College Baseball Showdown at Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX. TD goes through the defensive roster, both the rotation and the bullpen, as well as gives a preview of what the Pokes' offensive efforts could look like this season.

Zach and Brian are once again joined by Stillwater News Press writer, and football analysis aficionado, Jon Walker. The guys talk about the new defensive coordinator hire Bryan Nardo and what it could mean for the Pokes in the upcoming 2023 season.

Zach and Brian talk Oklahoma State basketball's 72-56 win over Oklahoma this past week before diving into some talk on Cowboy football. They discuss the transfer portal additions who are fixing to go through offseason winter workouts, as well as the direction Mike Gundy could look to add a new defensive coordinator.

Disclaimer: This episode of the Pokes Report Podcast was recorded on Monday before the commitment of QB Alan Bowman and WR Leon Johnson III. Zach and Brian are joined by Pokes Report publisher, Robert Allen, to discuss the last month and a half for Oklahoma State football. That includes everything that's gone on with the transfer portal, both in and out of the program, as well as the spots Mike Gundy and Co. are looking to fill before the February signing period.

A few hours after Zach and Brian recorded the latest episode of the Pokes Report Podcast, former Texas Tech and Michigan quarterback Alan Bowman took to Twitter to announce he's commitment to Oklahoma State. So, this is a quick hit pod on Bowman and what he brings to the table for the Cowboys in 2023.

Zach and Brian preview Oklahoma State's 2023 signing class. National Signing Day 2023 is set to being on Wednesday, December 21, and as it stands right now, the Cowboys will be signing at least 16 high school and JUCO prospects.

Zach and Brian are joined by Stillwater News Press beat reporter Jon Walker to discuss the opening of the transfer portal window on Monday and the selection of former Oklahoma State players who entered their names into the portal.

Zach and Brian put a bow on the regular season and discuss the highs and the lows. They also take a look at the transfer portal and also put together a recruiting wish list.

Zach and Brian look ahead to the Senior Day match up against West Virginia and discuss the players Oklahoma State will be honoring. They also answer fan questions, which included trying to figure out which players who are walking during the Senior Day ceremony on Saturday will return for another year.

Zach and Brian discuss Oklahoma State's upcoming Bedlam match-up with Oklahoma. The Cowboys are coming off a 20-14 home win over Iowa State, while the Sooners are coming off a 23-20 loss to West Virginia on the road in Morgantown, WV. Can the Cowboys go into Norman and beat the Sooners for a second-straight season?

Brian and Zach had the opportunity to talk with one of the biggest names on the country music scene, Storme Warren. Warren is the host of SiriusXM show 'The Highway', as well as his podcast called 'Exit 209.' They dive into several topics, including Storme's journey to becoming one of the main voices of the country music scene and of Nashville. They also discussed Storme's connection to Oklahoma State and Stillwater, which began in the late 1940s. Storme's father played football for Oklahoma A&M from 1949-53. So, the love and passion for Oklahoma State runs deep in the Warren family.

Zach and Brian had a the chance to sit down with Mike Boynton ahead of Big 12 Basketball Media Days to discuss the upcoming 2022-23 season. They got into a number of topics, including the returning starters, newcomers and improvements the team and individuals have seen in the offseason.

Zach and Brian take a look ahead to the Cowboys' road game against Kansas. It was a rough week last week as the Pokes lost to K-State, 48-0. They talk about injuries, what can be done to avoid another loss, as well as what the offense could look like with Gunnar Gundy at the helm if Spencer Sanders isn't able to go.

Zach and Brian discuss Oklahoma State's first loss of the season, a 43-40 2OT loss this past weekend to TCU. There were some good moments and some bad moments, all of which needed addressed. They also take a quick look ahead to a top-20 Homecoming showdown against Texas on Oct. 22.

Zach and Brian look ahead to Oklahoma State's game against TCU on Oct. 15. Both the Cowboys and Horned Frogs are 5-0 on the season, 2-0 in Big 12 play and ranked inside the AP top 15. Can the Cowboys go down to Fort Worth and pick up a win in Amon G. Carter Stadium for the first time since 2016?

Zach and Brian discuss Oklahoma State's 36-25 Big 12 road win over Baylor. With the win, the Cowboys moved to 4-0 on the season and 1-0 in Big 12 play. Up next for the Pokes, they'll play host to the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Saturday, Oct. 8. The guys do a quick look ahead at the match-up, while taking a look around the Big 12.

It's an open week for Oklahoma State, so Zach and Brian breakdown the Pokes' performance against Arkansas-Pine Bluff, including the benefits of getting the young guys plenty of reps, as well as looking at how beneficial an open week is leading into the start of Big 12 play against Baylor on Oct. 1.

This is an exciting episode of the Pokes Report Podcast as Zach and Brian are joined by Oklahoma State University President Dr. Kayse Shrum and her husband, First Cowboy Darren Shrum. A number of topics were discussed, including conference expansion/realignment and how the success of Cowboy football is playing a role, the largest freshman class in school history, Dr. Shrum's first full year as President and the new conference commissioner, Brett Yormark. They also talked about the success of Cowgirl softball and what Kenny Gajewski means to the future of the program and so much more. So, we hope you enjoy this week's episode!

Zach and Brian talked with longtime Oklahoma State media member, Tom Dirato on this week's episode of the Pokes Report Podcast. The guys take a deep dive with Dirato, who was the longtime color voice for both Cowboy football and basketball, into both the football and basketball teams. With basketball season right around the corner, Dirato broke down what this year's team could look like. OSU football is honoring both the 2002 football team and Heisman runner-up and 2022 College Football Hall of Fame inductee, Terry Miller. So, Tom gives his thoughts on Miller's career and what the current team needs to improve upon as we move into the Arizona State game and throughout the season.

Zach and Brian started a new series in this week's podcast: Great, Good, Bad and Ugly. They breakdown Oklahoma State's 58-44 win over Central Michigan in the season opener on Thursday, while going over which performances were Great, Good Bad and Ugly.

Zach and Brian do some last-minute discussing of Oklahoma State's season opener against Central Michigan. They go over the depth chart, each position group and who they think is going to lead in yardage on the offensive side of the ball.

Zach and Brian talk to former Oklahoma State football player, and current member of the Cowboy Radio Network, Deion Imade, on this week's episode of the Pokes Report Podcast. They discuss his journey to Oklahoma State, how revered high school football was for him growing up in Texas and how many times he's watched 'Friday Night Lights.' The conversation wraps up with Deion giving a breakdown of the team this year, an over-under of how many wins he thinks the Pokes will have and what the craziest environment he ever played in was.

With Fall Camp coming to a close for Oklahoma State football on Saturday following a scrimmage, Zach and Brian break down how fall camp went and who some of the top performers were. They also discussed who they thought the backup quarterback would be to start the season, as well as depth at running back and who some of the breakout performers could be this season.

Oklahoma State play-by-play voice Dave Hunziker joined the Pokes Report crew on Tuesday to talk all things Oklahoma State football! They take a look at this year's team, both returning starters and players who will be competing for starting jobs. Dave also talks about the most exciting players he's seen during his time in Stillwater, as well as his most favorite Cowboy football memories!

Zachary and Brian talk with Pokes Report publisher Robert Allen about the start of Oklahoma State's fall camp this past Wednesday, including some position break downs and battles and what some of the transfers and new projected starters look like.

Brian and Zach break down Big 12 Media Days, which includes possible conference expansion/realignment, who they were impressed with the most and if they learned anything from what they heard.

Brian and Zach discuss the latest news of UCLA and USC leaving the Pac 12 and joining the Big Ten and what it means for the landscape of college football. They also talk about Cowboy football and which players could play a bigger and more impactful role in 2022, whether newcomer or returning player.

Brian and Zach put a cap on Oklahoma State's baseball and softball seasons as they breakdown the past couple of weeks, while also looking ahead to what next year's teams could potentially look like. *Note: Since recording this, OSU IF/RP Hueston Morrill announced he'll not be returning to Oklahoma State next season.

Former Oklahoma State softball player Samantha Show joins the guys on the Pokes Report Podcast! They dive into her journey to Texas A&M, her decision to transfers from A&M, what led her to Oklahoma State and Stillwater and what's been going on post-Stillwater.

Zachary Lancaster and Brian Murphy interview former Oklahoma State and NFL running back, Tatum Bell! They dive into Bell's journey to Oklahoma State, his time in Stillwater and what it was like playing with Les Miles, in a loaded backfield and beating OU twice. They also talk about his time in the NFL and what the transition was like.

Pokes Report previews the OSU football spring finale, who you might see, the depth chart, and more!

Marshall Levenson, Zachary Lancaster, and Ryan Breeden talk Oklahoma State offseason workouts and recruiting talk

Ryan Breeden, Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster dig into the 63-17 win over TCU, while also looking ahead to the game against Texas Tech this coming weekend.

The Pokes Report Podcast crew go through the NCAA's decision to punish Oklahoma State and vent some frustrations.

Marshall Levenson, Zachary Lancaster, and Ryan Breeden preview the matchup between Oklahoma State and Kansas, homecoming weekend in Stillwater

We take a look at the OU-Texas game and what mindset Texas could be in going into the game against Oklahoma State. We also look at every angle of the game this weekend, including the big-time matchup between one of the best running backs in the country, Bijan Robinson, and Jim Knowles’ defensive front, including one of the best linebackers in the country, Malcolm Rodriguez.

Marshall Levenson, Zachary Lancaster, and Ryan Breeden break down the Oklahoma State win over Boise State and look ahead at the Big 12 opener with Kansas State

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster talk Oklahoma State football including the breakdown of the Tulsa game and looking forward to Boise State

Zachary Lancaster and Ryan Breeden breakdown the 23-16 win over Missouri State, while also taking a look ahead at the Tulsa game on Saturday.

Marshall Levenson, Zachary Lancaster, and Ryan Breeden talk in depth on the Oklahoma State football depth chart for the season opener, newcomers expectations, and some recruiting updates.

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster talk fall camp and practice battles, some possible breakout candidates and some recruiting talk as we approach the 2021 football season

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster talk conference expansion possibilities, preseason watchlists, and some basketball hype

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster talk some football recruiting, some basketball talk in the offseason and what will happen at the upcoming Big 12 Media Days in Arlington, Texas.

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster talk Oklahoma State in the Womens College World Series, some football recruiting, as well as get in depth on some debates in the sports world and answer some questions from listeners!

Marshall Levenson and Zachary Lancaster dig into in-person recruiting for football, along with the on-campus prospect camps coming up in June. We also take a look at Bryce Thompson signing and the roll Cowgirl softball's been on leading into the opening week of the NCAA.