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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 7 vs. Sam Houston
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Wide Receiver Jonathan Stafford Jr. and Defensive Tackles Coach Dayton LeBlanc heading into the Hilltoppers #WeekdayCUSA game at Sam Houston. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 6 vs. Missouri State
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Punter Jackson Smith and Wide Receivers Coach Jason Barnes heading into the Hilltoppers #WeekdayCUSA home opener against Missouri State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 5 vs. New Mexico State
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talks with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart and Offensive Coordinator Bodie Reeder heading into the Hilltoppers #WeekdayCUSA opener at New Mexico State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 4 vs. Mercyhurst
Host Randy Lee talks with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Tight End Lofton Howard and the highest draft pick in WKU Football history Forrest Lamp heading into the Hilltoppers home opener whiteout game against Mercyhurst. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 3 vs. Indiana
Host Randy Lee talks with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Long Snapper Nolan Imhoff and Safeties Coach David Metcalf heading into the Hilltoppers road game at Indiana. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 2 vs. Georgia
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Offensive Lineman Nonzo Omezi and Running Backs Coach Bryan Applewhite heading into the Hilltoppers road game at Georgia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...
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2026 FB Pregame Show: Game 1 vs. Nevada
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Safety Jaylen Lewis and Special Teams Coordinator Andy LaRussa heading into the Hilltoppers season-opener at Nevada. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 6
How is Mahurin Family Foundation Head Coach Hank Plona feeling after the Hilltoppers' four-game winning streak and a victory over the Conference USA-leading Liberty Flames? On today's episode, Plona and Randy Lee share some takeaways from WKU's successful 2-0 road trip to the east coast and…
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 5
How is Head Coach Hank Plona feeling after his first win over Middle Tennessee? On today's episode, Plona and Randy Lee share some takeaways from WKU's 101st win over the Blue Raiders. Then, how can WKU build off this road rebound with the Jax State Gamecocks coming to town? Find out on today's...
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 4
WKU is searching for consistency. After dropping to 4-4 in league play, Randy Lee asks Head Coach Hank Plona what runs through his mind when WKU falls down against a talented opponent. After Liberty hit 17 threes on Wednesday night to beat WKU 76-69 in Diddle, where can the Tops and Plona learn...
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Tops Live Lady Topper Podcast - Season 2, Episode 3
Fresh off WKU's first CUSA win, Reily Chestnut catches up with Head Coach Greg Collins. Where does Coach Collins feel the team's trajectory has changed since Saturday's 68-59 breakthrough? How can the Lady Toppers keep chopping wood and working toward a CUSA postseason bid in March? What…
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 3
Head Coach Hank Plona and Hilltopper voice Randy Lee return to the podcast circuit for another illuminating addition to the Tops Live Podcast lexicon. After trouncing Campbellsville despite the season ending Achilles injury to energizer Bryant Selebangue, how does Plona feel about the kids he's…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 12
The time has come! The Hilltoppers are returning to the Big Dance for the 7th straight year. In what could be the final episode of the 2025 Tops Live Volleyball Podcasting season, broadcaster Reily Chestnut wonders what is going through Head Coach Travis Hudson's mind as the Tops make their 18th...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 10
Reily Chestnut and Head Coach Tyson Helton are back to prepare you for this revenge trip to last year's CUSA Championship in Jacksonville, Alabama. What does this incarnation of Jacksonville State have that reflects last year's CUSA Champions? What about WKU football's defensive intensity has...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 11
WKU Volleyball's dynasty still reigns! After stealing the crown from FIU in Miami's Conference USA Volleyball Tournament, Head Coach Travis Hudson and Reily Chestnut are back to reflect on another kodak moment for the program. Along the way, these gentlemen share some of their favorite moments…
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 2
The Voice of the Hilltoppers Randy Lee and Mahurin Foundation Head Men's Basketball Coach Hank Plona are back for another high-octane episode centered around the Hilltoppers' 1st 4-0 start since 2019. Listen as both men combine modern analysis with historical perspective! It's another…
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 9
How is Head Coach Tyson Helton feeling after becoming the 1st Hilltopper head ball coach to win 7 in a row over Middle Tennessee? Where is Helton's concentration centered ahead of the Tops' road trip to Death Valley? What stands out this LSU team coached by former UTSA figurehead Frank Wilson…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 10
CUSA Tournament weekend has arrived! On today's episode, what will Head Coach Travis Hudson disclose about the Tops as they seek their 3rd straight CUSA Tournament crown in Miami? How much pressure lies on WKU's shoulders ahead of postseason play? Where must WKU be sharpest in order to beat New...
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Tops Live Lady Topper Podcast - Season 2, Episode 2
In episode two, Greg Collins discusses the bright spots for his team four games into the season, the things that need improvement and the Lady Toppers' upcoming battle with No. 17/19 Vanderbilt on Wednesday evening in E.A. Diddle Arena. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…
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Tops Live Hilltopper Basketball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 1
Hank Plona's Hilltoppers are back! Fresh off the opening night win over Tennessee Tech, Plona and Randy Lee sit down to share their thoughts on how WKU looked after the 82-70 kickstart last Monday. After that, what can WKU try to improve before visiting their old Bluegrass rivals at Eastern...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 8
Where does WKU stand after besting New Mexico State last Saturday during homecoming? What has Head Coach Tyson Helton's attention during WKU's idle week? Where must WKU remain consistent to avoid a slip in focus with extra time to scout Middle Tennessee? How has Rodney Tisdale Jr. impressed…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 9
What makes WKU's wins over rival Middle Tennessee so special? How did this road trip fortify the Tops further as they remain tied with UTEP on the conference summit? What challenges do the Tops face this weekend with so many special moments taking place off the floor? Finally, what have WKU's…
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Tops Live Lady Topper Basketball Podcast - S2, E1
It's time for a new season of Lady Topper Basketball talk on the Tops Live Podcast. Reily Chestnut and head coach Greg Collins are back to chat after WKU's new look squad won in their preseason game over Lindsey Wilson last week. How can WKU learn and grow to get ready for the start of the season...
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 9 vs. New Mexico State
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Running Back George Hart III and Defensive Tackles Coach Kali James heading into the Hilltoppers' homecoming game against New Mexico State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 7
After going 2-1 in Weekday CUSA, the Tops are back on the Saturday train to host New Mexico State for homecoming this weekend. Sitting at 6-2 with 3 of their 4 conference wins on the road, Reily Chestnut sits down with Head Coach Tyson Helton to discuss another season of bowl eligibility for...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 8
The streak may be history ... but the Tops hopes of winning CUSA remain alive and well! After splitting the weekend with UTEP team sporting NCAA volleyball's 24th-highest RPI, it's time to turn the page as the Hilltoppers get ready to march down to Murfreesboro Friday and Saturday. Why is Middle...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 7
The Tops take on unbeaten UTEP this weekend and you know what that means? Another electric edition of the Tops Live Podcast with Reily Chestnut and Head Coach Travis Hudson. Despite this being the 2nd year in a row WKU and UTEP play with unblemished CUSA records, Hudson doesn't feel any addition...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 6
Head Coach Tyson Helton is pushing the reset button after WKU's shocking 25-6 loss last Tuesday against FIU. In his discussion of the program with Randy Lee, Helton preaches the benefit of less time to stew over lost opportunities while stressing the urgency WKU must now finish the regular season...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast: Season 2, Episode 6
Reily Chestnut is back with Head Coach Travis Hudson to talk Tops' Volleyball. Listen and learn how Hudson feels about sharing the Tuesday stage with former WKU MVP QB Brandon Doughty and his former setter Jessica Lucas as all three were honored at WKU's football game vs FIU for being inducted…
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Tops Trending: Episode 3
Tops Trending is a student-athlete created and produced podcast and video series that will feature various WKU athletes throughout the the athletic year. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 6 at Delaware
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Offensive Lineman Karsten Upchurch and Running Backs Coach Bryan Applewhite heading into the Hilltoppers' first #WeekdayCUSA of the season at new CUSA foe Delaware. See Privacy Policy at...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 5
Randy Lee and Head Coach Tyson Helton return to chat about WKU's first road win at Missouri State this past Saturday. On today's episode, you'll hear Lee and Helton chat about: La'Vell Wright's impact on the ground game for WKU and their 2nd half execution What was it like trying to chase &…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 5
Where is Head Coach Travis Hudson's post-Jax State thoughts focused on this episode of the Tops Live Podcast? On paper, WKU is 2-0 after sweeping Jacksonville State twice this past weekend in Diddle. However, this week might be the most important of the 2025 season for WKU volleyball. Hear how...
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Tops Trending: Episode 2
Tops Trending is a WKU student-athlete created, produced and hosted podcast and video series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 5 at Missouri State
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Tight End Noah Meyers and Offensive Line Coach Joe Bernardi heading into the Hilltoppers' first Conference USA road test at Missouri State. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 4
WKU enters another episode off to a 3-1 start! After scoring 0 touchdowns in the opening half, find out how the team stormed back for the 31-16 victory against Nevada. How did WKU's defensive philosophy shine brightest in those sticky spots against the Wolfpack? What lies ahead for WKU as they…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 4
CUSA time has finally arrived at Western Kentucky! After sweeping another pre-conference weekend and surviving the road trip to perennial power Louisville, WKU marches home for their CUSA opening weekend against Dex Schroeder's Jacksonville State Gamecocks. What will WKU look like heading into…
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 4 vs. Nevada
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Kicker John Cannon and Cornerbacks Coach Jason Martin heading into the Hilltoppers' Parent and Family Weekend game against Nevada. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 3
Another Houch gameday is on the way as WKU returns from bye week #1 to play first-time foes out of Nevada. Head Coach Tyson Helton and Randy Lee catch up to see how the Tops spent the bye week. In a chat centered around everything from NFL Tops to high school football, we hope you enjoy this dive...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 3
Reily Chestnut and Travis Hudson are back from Johnson City to talk shop! After WKU won 9 sets and lost 0 in the Buccaneer Classic, what has Hudson hyper focused for the final stretch of pre-CUSA play? With 5 matches in the next 8 days, find out where he feels the team's 3-0 weekend in East...
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 3 at Toledo
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Safety Dave Herard and Offensive Coordinator Rick Bowie heading into the Hilltoppers' Week 2 road opener at Toledo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 2
Welcome into another edition of the show with Head Coach Tyson Helton and Voice of the Hilltoppers Randy Lee. Today, Helton and Lee share their thoughts on WKU's winning performance against North Alabama last Saturday at the Houch. What does Helton make of Matthew Henry's switch from #17 to #0?…
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 2
After opening the 2025 season 2-1 at the WKU Invitational, Reily Chestnut sits down with associate head coach Craig Bere to learn more about his career and the team's opening weekend. Learn about how Bere went from kicking field goals at Morehead State to becoming a key piece for the Hilltoppers'...
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 2 vs. North Alabama
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Wide Receiver Matthew Henry and Run Game Coordinator Jimmy Lindsey heading into the Hilltoppers' Week 1 White Out game against North Alabama. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...
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Tops Live Football Podcast - Season 2, Episode 1
WKU football rolled Sam Houston 41-24 in rare week 0 conference clash! Fresh off that 1-0 start, Randy Lee catches up with Head Coach Tyson Helton! What impressed him the most about WKU's strong showing and what lies ahead against North Alabama? Listen and learn as WKU turns the page toward the...
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Tops Live Volleyball Podcast - Season 2, Episode 1
It's such a joy to welcome you back! For the season two opener of the Tops Live Volleyball podcast, Reily Chestnut chats with Head Coach Travis Hudson and senior setter Callie Bauer ahead of WKU's opening weekend hosting Wright State, Loyola Chicago, & Drake. What has both these icons excited for...
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2025 FB Pregame Show: Game 1 vs. Sam Houston
Hosts Randy Lee and Terry Obee talk with Head Coach Tyson Helton, Athletic Director Todd Stewart, Offensive Lineman Marshall Jackson, and Co-Defensive Coordinator Da'Von Brown heading into the Hilltoppers' Week 0 season and home opener against Sam Houston. See Privacy Policy at...
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Tops Live Baseball Podcast - Episode 6
Enjoy another episode discussing this incredible run by Hilltopper baseball. Coming off their homer-heavy offensive weekend at New Mexico State, how have the 'Tops gotten back to playing confident. What is on Head Coach Marc Rardin's mind as the team looks for the program's record 42nd regular...
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Tops Live Softball Podcast - Episode 5
We head back down a familiar road as WKU softball's Head Coach Amy Tudor joins the pod once again. After the Tops got last week started by shutting out Louisville at Ulmer Stadium, the red-hot Hilltoppers took another CUSA series at FIU. How have young arms Erica Houge and Rylan Smith grown to...
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Tops Live Baseball Podcast - Episode 5
On this week's episode of the Tops Live Podcast, Randy Lee brings us up to date on all things Hilltopper baseball. But in place of Head Coach Marc Rardin, you get to listen to three bonafide ballplayers that have helped WKU win 34 of their first 44 contests. Who are these players? Tune in to find...
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