Behind the Bulldogs

Radio Exclusive EP: Six Impactful Ferris State Athletes in Recent History - On this week's radio episode, Brandon talks about six of the most impactful athletes in Ferris State's recent history, including football, basketball, hockey, track and field, softball, and volleyball.

Summer EP 12: 2026 Bulldog Fall Sports Preview - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon is joined by the voices of the Bulldogs, Rob Bentley and Sandy Gholston, to preview Ferris State slate of fall football, volleyball, soccer, and cross country.

Summer EP 11: Life as a Bulldog Athletic Trainer - This week, Brandon and Brody are finally joined by members of the Ferris State training room staff, Allyson French and Aaron Gerwig. Listen in for a great conversation on the world of athletic training and new things at Ferris State.

Summer EP 10: The Top Five Hypotheticals - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Brody use the power of AI to generate five of the top hypothetical questions in Ferris State Athletics, including national championships, the AnchorBone rivalry, and a new mascot.

Summer EP 9: 2026-2027 Early Team Previews - This week, Brandon and Brody team up to give initial insights and expectations for all 18 Bulldog teams ahead of the 2026-2027 school year.

Summer EP 8: Future of Facilities at Ferris State - On this edition, Brandon and Brody are joined by Ferris State University President, Dr. Bill Pink, to talk about new facilities and projects on campus, how athletics shapes the campus ecosystem, and why Bulldog fans should rep the brand.

Summer EP 7: Behind the Bulldog Barbell - This week, Brandon and Brody are joined by Ferris State Head Strength & Conditioning Coach, Colton Haynes, to chat about summer workouts, the passion of Bulldog athletes and staffers, and his journey through the industry.

Summer EP 6: Bringing Back the Bulldog Band - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Dr. Dan Atwood joins Brandon and Tatum to talk about the resurrection of the Ferris State marching band, the resurgence of the athletic pep band, and cool improvements coming this next year.

Summer EP 5: Key Games and Events for 2026 - This week, Brandon and Brody preview the Bulldog golf outings lined up for this summer and look at some of the biggest games on the newly released football, hockey, and women’s soccer schedules.

Summer EP 4: Storytelling Bulldog Sports - On this episode on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Brody chat with fellow communications teammate and broadcaster Sandy Gholston on the developments in sports media, perspectives on highlighting athletes, and how storytelling is utilized at Ferris State so many ways.

Summer EP 3: Passion in Bulldog Leadership - This week on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Brody welcome Tatum Outlaw back to the co-host chair and chat with Director of Athletics Steve Brockelbank about leadership in athletics, new developments in college sports, and the summer schedule grind.

Summer EP 2: Bulldog Partnerships in Athletics - On episode two of our summer series, Brandon and Brody chat with Nate Jobs and Molly Cesa about the role of partnerships at Ferris State, the success of last year's events, and new ideas in the works heading into 2026-2027.

Summer EP 1: Best Moments, Teams, & Breakouts of the Year - To kick off the summer show series, Brandon and Brody team up to breakdown some of the best of 2025-2026 in Ferris State Athletics, including breakout players, team performances, and top moments.

Radio Exclusive EP: Spring Season Recap - Brandon dives into a full recap episode for the Ferris State spring sports slate, including softball's historic year, tennis' impressive season, and golf's national championship run.

EP 29 - Softball w/ Cece Bell & Katie Shuboy - To wrap up the season on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum chat with Bulldog Softball pitchers Cece Bell and Katie Schuboy ahead of the GLIAC Tournament, including their mindsets in the circle, hobbies off the field, and what drew them to game growing up.

EP 28 - Tennis w/ Yara Madi & Felipe Iser - This week, Tatum and Brandon bring back two tennis stars for a re-run on the podcast court! Enjoy a conversation with Felipe and Yara about the mentality of tennis, the skillset difference for outdoor and indoor surfaces, and the most underrated thing about being a Bulldog.

EP 27 - Golf w/ Kamryn Shannon & Sam Havey - This week on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum finally sit down Bulldog golfers Kamryn Shannon and Sam Havey on the success at the GLIAC tournament, some of their favorite courses across the country, and how they approach the college game.

EP 26 - Football w/ Mason Dykstra & Charlie Spencer - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum talk with Ferris State Football players Mason Dykstra and Charlie Spencer about the upcoming spring game celebration, the team's unique bond, and competitive pickleball off the field.

EP 25 - Cheer and Stunt w/ Jordin Robelin & Gabrielle Henderson - This week on the show, Brandon and Tatum chat with Cheer and Stunt's Jordin Robelin and Gabrielle Henderson on the inaugural season success, their unique majors and the inspiration behind them, and this week's special games for a cause.

EP 24 - Compliance w/ Joey Stout - On this edition, Tatum and Brandon chat with Joey Stout, Coordinator of Compliance & Student-Athlete Success, about working in college athletics, his impact with student athletes, and growing through the sports communication at Ferris State.

EP 23 - Men's Track & Field w/ Aaron Bowerman & Jose Flores - The show finally returns as Brandon and Tatum talk with Aaron Bowerman and Jose Flores of Bulldog Track & Field about their exotic hobbies off the track, love for running, and some of their racing superstitions.

EP 22 - Softball w/ Alexis Kozlowski & Ava Gardner - This week, Brandon and Tatum invite Ferris State Softball's Alexis Kozlowski and Ava Gardner on the show to talk about the rapid start to the season, anticipation following last season's NCAA appearance, and the dangers of the field parking lot.

EP 21 - Women's Tennis w/ Aimee Reynoso Cupido & Yara Madi - On this episode, Brandon and Tatum chat with Ferris State women's tennis players Aimee Reynoso Cupido and Yara Madi on their international journeys playing tennis, off-court team chemistry, and the mystery behind a traveling superstitious mascot.

EP 20 - Men's Basketball w/ Bryce Moore & Owen Hardy - We return on Behind the Bulldogs with a chat with Bulldog men's basketball players Owen Hardy and Bryce Moore, including their unique connection from early school years, building chemistry with a new team, and their video games of choice off the court.

EP 19 - Cheer and Stunt w/ Carmen Kaltenbach & Emerson Perry - This week on the show, Tatum and Brandon welcome Emerson Perry and Carmen Kaltenbach from Ferris State's brand new cheer and stunt squad! Enjoy a conversation on how the sport works, the differences in recruiting, and the unique bond on and off the mat.

EP 18 - Men's Tennis w/ Adrian Catahan & Kacper Pasielak - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum sit down with men's tennis players Adrian Catahan and Kacper Pasielak on the indoor season starting up, the intensity of team FIFA games, and how the culture of tennis differs with international players.

EP 17 - Women's Track and Field w/ Lacey Zimmerman & Sadie Larson - On today's show, Brandon and Tatum chat with women's track and field athletes Lacey Zimmerman and Sadie Larson on the start of the indoor track and field season, their unique sports backgrounds growing up, and what new TV shows they are watching off the track.

EP 16 - Men's Basketball w/ Justin Asi & Tae Boyd - This week on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum chat with Ferris State Men's Basketball players Justin Asi and Tae Boyd! Tune in to learn about Justin's homeland in Australia, Tae's versatility playing football and basketball, and how both appreciate the game of basketball.

EP 15 - Women's Basketball w/ Kadyn Blanchard & Charlotte Miller - To begin 2026, Brandon and Tatum catch up with women's basketball by chatting with senior guard Kadyn Blanchard and freshman Charlotte Miller! Tune in for their thoughts on the strong start to the season, hobbies off the court, and why Ferris was their perfect team fit.

EP 14 - Volleyball w/ Lyndsey Urick - As we return from a wild week, enjoy a new episode featuring Ferris State volleyball player Lyndsey Urick! Hear about the team's unique experience in St. Louis, her life growing up in Germany, and her goals of one day becoming a teacher.

EP 13 - Hockey w/ Gavin Best & Tyler Schleppe - Happy thanksgiving! This week, enjoy a hockey-centered episode featuring Bulldog forwards Tyler Schleppe and Gavin Best. Enjoy a conversation about their dramatic win against Lake Superior State, apartment life with teammates, and how one player might challenge the golf team on the links.

EP 12 - Women's Basketball w/ Emma Schierbeek & Mia Riley - For episode 12, Brandon and Tatum are joined by women's basketball players Mia Riley and Emma Schierbeek to chat about their hot start to the season, their new philosophy regarding substitutions, and how baking and cooking has taken over their locker room.

EP 11 - Volleyball w/ Hayley Wegener & Logyn Geren - On this week's episode, Ferris State Volleyball players Logyn Geren and Hayley Wegener stop by to chat about the upcoming home matches, their unique pre-game routines, and how the team's culture and resilience has paved the program's winning ways.

EP 10 - Soccer w/ Korinne Ihrke & Anna Thelen - On episode 10, Brandon and Tatum chat with women's soccer players, Korinne Ihrke and Anna Thelen about their massive win over Saginaw Valley, traditions of the Halloween costume practice, and their unique choice of academic studies.

EP 9 - Football w/ Wyatt Bower & Tarick Bower - Fresh off a rivalry win over Grand Valley State, Brandon and Tatum sit down with the Bower brothers to talk about their perspective of Bulldog football, their unique decision to play college football together, and which brother would be better at each other's position!

EP 8 - Cross Country w/ Ben Knuth & David Harris - We're back! After a week hiatus, Brandon and Tatum chat with cross country athletes Ben Knuth and David Harris on the team's excitement for the upcoming GLIAC championships and how personal ties drew them to Ferris State.

EP 7 - Volleyball w/ Gabby Piazza & Hope Davies - Episode seven brings on Ferris State Volleyball players Gabby Piazza and Hope Davies! Tune in to hear their experience playing pivotal roles as underclassman, inspiration for their desired majors, and how one certain beverage has taken the complex by storm.

EP 6 - Corporate Partnerships w/ Nate Jacobs & Molly Cesa - On this edition of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon and Tatum chat with Nate Jacobs and Molly Cesa on the role of partnerships in athletics! This includes the revamped football halftime show, new promotions coming up, and why they chose the uniqueness of the industry.

EP 5 - Strength's Riley Barlage & Ed Payne - On episode five, Brandon and Tatum chat with support staffers Riley Barlage and Ed Payne on the lifestyle of strength coaches, their own fitness philosophies, and the joys of working with winning programs.

EP 4 - Soccer's Katherine Welch & Emerson Lukomski - This week, Brandon and Tatum chat with women's soccer's Katherine Welch and Emerson Lukomski about the start of the season, their obsession with superstitions, and why one company could change Katherine's life forever.

EP 3 - Cross Country's Ella Kowatch & Emmett Johnson - Episode three brings on Bulldog Cross Country's Ella Kowatch and Emmett Johnson, who talk about their strong showings at their season-opening home meet, their favorite running courses, and why country is the best pre-meet music out there.

EP 2 - Volleyball's Emily May - On episode two, Tatum and Brandon chat with Bulldog volleyball player, Emily May, on her rehab back to full health, the excitement for the season, and her favorite (and specific) pregame sandwich concoction.

EP 1 - Football's Brady Rose & Taariik Brett - Season three is underway! Join Brandon and Tatum as they chat with football receivers, Brady Rose & Taariik Brett about the Pitt State game, their hobbies outside of football, and why they chose to play for the Bulldogs.

Summer Bonus EP 2: Kickstarting the Fall Season - On this radio exclusive, Brandon gives a quick review of all the sports covered this summer and why this year should be an exciting one for Ferris State sports.

Summer EP 13 - Fan Q&A #2 - On the final summer episode of Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon, Tatum, and Brody sit down for another fan-generated Q&A session to recap the season, talk about new things at Ferris, and life on the podcast.

Summer EP 12 - Football Review - This week, the terrific trio joins forces for the final sport of the summer: Join Brandon, Tatum, and Brody as they chat about last year's national championship run, some key returning players, and how expectations are high again this season.

Summer EP 11 - Volleyball Breakdown - On this summer edition episode, Brandon and Tatum chat about the incredible 2024 volleyball season, where the stands heading into the 2025 campaign, and why fans should expect a high level of success once again.

Summer Bonus EP: New Fieldhouse Campaign - On this radio-exclusive, Brandon Wirth dives into the details of the new indoor field house facility campaign and how it can impact more than just the Bulldog athletes.

Summer EP 10 - Cross Country Roundup - This week, our hosts chat about last fall's cross country season, including some key performers, names to watch, and a discussion about the mentality of racing year-round.

Summer EP 9 - Women's Soccer Recap - This week on Behind the Bulldogs, Brandon, Tatum, and Brody recap the past season in women's soccer as well as give their thoughts on why this year's team has a great opportunity to bounce back in 2025.