Behind the Bulldogs

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro2:05 - Football10:52 - Volleyball18:11 - Women's Soccer25:00 - Cross County30:55 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Day in the Life7:36 - Journeys into Sports Medicine10:20 - Tasks in the Job as Athletic Trainer15:18 - Summer Life & Learning New Methods24:30 - Favorite Things about Ferris State + Outro30:31 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro3:00 - What if football moved to Division I FCS?8:22 - What if hockey won the 2012 National Championship?13:24 - What if a different team won the first national title?21:02 - What if the AnchorBone rivalry didn't exist?26:42 - What if Ferris State wasn't the Bulldogs?30:31 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro1:52 - Football3:30 - Volleyball5:30 - Women's Soccer7:28 - Men's & Women's Cross Country9:33 - Ice Hockey11:48 - Men's Basketball13:31 - Women's Basketball15:34 - Men's & Women's Track & Field18:38 - Softball20:53 - Men's & Women's Tennis & Golf24:09 - Cheer & Stunt26:01 - Outro & Excitement for the Fall

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + The Campus Ecosystem2:52 - Update on Stadium Hall + Indoor Activities Complex10:48 - New Capital Projects + Their Impact on Campus15:08 - Ferris State's Brand + Golfing Prominence21:07 - Anticipation for Next Year + Things to Watch27:34 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Summer Start4:04 - Team & Staff Bonding 8:35 - Summer Workout Philosophy11:52 - Tracking Progress & Offseason15:50 - Journey in the Industry19:00 - Ferris Future & Facilities21:53 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro1:35 - Process to Bringing the Band Back5:16 - Dr. Atwood's Previous Band Experience7:18 - Inaugural Season Analysis + Next Year Plans12:09 - Professional Band Instruction14:04 - Athletic Pep Band Looking Ahead16:52 - The Grind of Band Camp & Seasons19:20 - Favorite Parts & Some Misconceptions of the Process23:48 - Expectations & Informations + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro1:43 - Golf Outing Dates and Locations9:12 - Key 2026 Football Games12:15 - New Hockey Opponents for 26-2715:22 - Notable Fall Contests for Women's Soccer18:30 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro3:50 - Summer Media Plans7:43 - Perspective and Connections with Storytelling12:53 - Difference of Social Media16:11 - Podcasts and Big Media Picture20:16 - Nostalgia in Sports & Media26:19 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro2:42 - Summer Events for Alumni & Staff7:52 - Latest from GLIAC & CCHA Meetings12:28 - Hiring Brooks Miller for Men's Basketball15:02 - Impact of Team Leadership20:29 - Scheduling Challenges for Football24:22 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro1:48 - How Partnerships Work in Sports6:46 - Fan Favorite Partnerships at Ferris State10:23 - Projects Coming in 2026-202714:00 - Impact of New Campus Developments16:53 - Business Connection Season20:09 - The Draw of Working in Partnerships23:31 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro2:24 - Most Underappreciated Teams7:13 - Most Underappreciated Athletes10:37 - Most Impressive Breakout Athletes15:04 - Most Favorite Moments18:45 - Most Anticipated Summer Events22:36 - Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap5:44 - Interview w/ Cece Bell & Katie Schuboy16:31 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap7:50 - Interview w/ Yara Madi & Felipe Iser25:12 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap5:06 - Interview w/ Kamryn Shannon & Sam Havey17:08 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap4:51 - Interview w/ Mason Dykstra & Charlie Spencer20:29 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:48 - Interview w/ Jordin Robelin & Gabrielle Henderson20:08 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Recent Sports Recap6:29 - Interview w/ Joey Stout18:16 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Recent Sports Recap6:35 - Interview w/ Aaron Bowerman & Jose Flores20:23 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap7:45 - Interview w/ Alexis Kozlowski & Ava Gardner19:58 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:09 - Interview w/ Aimee Reynoso Cupido & Yara Madi23:40 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:25 - Interview w/ Bryce Moore & Owen Hardy18:50 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap8:22 - Interview w/ Carmen Kaltenbach & Emerson Perry21:41 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap5:18 - Interview w/ Adrian Catahan & Kacper Pasielak 21:41 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap8:10 - Interview w/ Lacey Zimmerman & Sadie Larson21:10 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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. TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:55 - Interview w/ Justin Asi & Tae Boyd20:15 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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. TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:40 - Interview w/ Kadyn Blanchard & Charlotte Miller21:15 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:55 - Interview w/ Lyndsey Urick19:38 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap7:25 - Interview w/ Gavin Best & Tyler Schleppe22:54 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap4:56 - Interview w/ Emma Schierbeek & Mia Riley18:11 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap7:20 - Interview w/ Hayley Wegener & Logyn Geren17:32 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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. TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap8:13 - Interview w/ Korinne Ihrke & Anna Thelen21:14 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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!TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap8:10 - Interview w/ Tarick & Wyatt Bower21:15 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:08 - Interview w/ David Harris & Ben Knuth18:48 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap7:34 - Interview w/ Hope Davies & Gabby Piazza21:02 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:25 - Interview w/ Molly Cesa & Nate Jacobs17:59 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap8:35 - Interview w/ Ed Payne & Riley Barlage24:41 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap5:33 - Interview w/ Katherine Welch and Emerson Lukomski18:42 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:13 - Interview w/ Ella Kowatch & Emmett Johnson20:24 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Weekend Recap6:00 - Interview w/ Emily May18:24 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro

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.TIME CODES:0:00 - Intro + Welcome Back3:50 - Interview w/ Brady Rose & Taariik Brett17:05 - Weekend Sports Slate + Outro

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Happy fourth of July everyone! Ahead of the weekend festivities, Brandon, Tatum, and Brody sit down to answer fan-requested questions about Ferris teams to watch, some of their favorite moments from last year, and their dream occupation outside of sports.

This week, Brandon, Tatum, and Brody dive into a full season recap of this past hockey season and preview the whole new Bulldog squad heading into the 2025-2026 season.

On this week's show, Brandon, Tatum, and Brody recap this past year's season in men's basketball. This includes highlights from the senior class, the roster outlook next year, and what to expect under a new head coach.

This week on the show, Brandon and Tatum recap the full season in Bulldog women's basketball, including the team's resilience through injuries, their incredible tournament run, and how the program's expectations have elevated dramatically.