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Two Guys with Chris Williams and Chris Hassel

Longtime friends Chris Williams & Chris Hassel talk all things Cy-Hawk and more twice a week on Iowa Everywhere. This show launched in the summer of 2022 and has grown into one of the most popular podcasts in the state. Sometimes filled with sophomoric banter, Chris and Chris take pride in not taking themselves too seriously and having a lot of fun. Pull up a chair and join the fellas on what is always promised to be a wild ride.

  1. 143

    Two Guys: Iowa's schedule changes, Cyclones picked last by ESPN, the legacy of Ted Turner

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa and Iowa State’s bizarrely synchronized football schedules, including overlapping Friday night games and matching bye weeks. Plus, the guys discuss ESPN picking Iowa State dead last in the Big 12, the legacy of Ted Turner and Bobby Cox, WNBA/Caitlin Clark discourse, and more. 🏈 Iowa & Iowa State scheduling chaos The guys break down how both schools somehow ended up with nearly identical schedules, including overlapping Friday night road games out west. 🌪️ Cyclones picked LAST in the Big 12 Should Iowa State fans be worried, or is this exactly the kind of disrespect Jimmy Rogers can use? 📺 The legacy of Ted Turner Chris goes long on how Ted Turner changed sports and media forever through TBS, CNN, and the Atlanta Braves. ⚾ Remembering Bobby Cox A nostalgic conversation about Braves baseball, TBS nights, and growing up watching baseball in the 90s. 🏀 Also discussed: • Caitlin Clark discourse is already exhausting • Coaches vs. Cancer recap with Iowa’s basketball coaches • TJ Otzelberger roasting Chris Williams • The Iowa QB situation vs. Iowa State’s outlook • Why kick times keep getting worse Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 142

    Two Guys: Iowa State lands 4-star Donovan Davis, college basketball's spending problem

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa State landing 4-star wing Donovan Davis — and the bigger story might be TJ Otzelberger’s complete domination of Wisconsin recruiting. 🏀 Iowa State lands Donovan Davis The guys break down why Davis picked the Cyclones, TJ’s insane pipeline into Wisconsin, and why Badger fans are officially losing their minds. 📈 TJ vs Wisconsin: The numbers are WILD From Tyrese Haliburton to Milan Momcilovic to Donovan Davis, the list of Wisconsin stars Iowa State has pulled away is getting ridiculous. 💰 College basketball’s spending problem Sean Miller says 20-25 programs will spend over $20 million on basketball rosters this year. Is the sport heading toward disaster? 🏆 NCAA Tournament expansion backlash The guys debate the reported 76-team NCAA Tournament and why filling out your bracket may never feel the same again. 🎙️ Plus: • Iowa vs Creighton in Des Moines? • Milan Momcilovic NBA Draft talk • Why Olympic sports could disappear • Hassel Makes The Case Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 141

    Two Guys: Answering offseason mailbag questions, Duke + Amazon, top stories from the weekend

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into the mailbag while mixing in a few timely topics. 🏈 Big Ten vs SEC + College Football Future Is the Big Ten really pulling ahead? And what does the future look like for the Big 12 with changing media deals and streaming platforms? 🏀 Recruiting & Program Trajectory Who needs a big recruiting win more—Iowa or Iowa State? And what does it mean long-term? ✈️ Spirit Airlines Rant Hassel unloads on the death of Spirit Airlines and what it means for travel. 📬 Mailbag Episode Begins The guys answer fan questions on everything from Iowa vs Iowa State frustrations to what’s next for Kirk Ferentz. 🔥 Plus More: • Kentucky Derby reaction • Golf drama (PGA vs LIV fallout) • Iowa State tailgate tour expectations • Pet peeves from both fanbases Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 140

    Two Guys: Otzelberger extended, NCAA Tournament Expanding, Sorsby situation, CFP seeding update

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel pack a ton into a fast-moving episode. 🏀 Otzelberger Gets Paid Iowa State locks in T.J. Otzelberger with a massive extension—but does it actually mean long-term stability? The guys break down why contract length doesn’t always mean what fans think it does. 🏀 NCAA Tournament Expansion Backlash The tournament is heading toward 76 teams—and almost nobody wants it. Why this hurts mid-majors, devalues the regular season, and ultimately benefits the power conferences. 🏈 Brendan Sorsby Situation Texas Tech’s CFP hopes take a hit with Sorsby likely done—but Vegas barely reacts. What that says about the Big 12 (and why it might not be a good thing). 💰 Private Equity in College Sports?! A new proposal could inject cash into athletic departments—but is it actually just a bad loan disguised as opportunity? Plus, Hassel's crank horn obsession continues. Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 139

    Two Guys: Notes from spring practice for Iowa & Iowa State, Hawkeyes' record-breaking NFL Draft

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are back with a loaded episode of Two Guys on Iowa Everywhere. 🏈 NFL Draft Breakdown The guys dive into what the modern NFL Draft really means in the transfer portal era—why conference numbers are misleading, how the Group of Five has become a feeder system, and what it all says about college football today. 📊 Spring Practice Takeaways Notes from Iowa and Iowa State as both programs wrap up spring sessions: • Iowa’s QB battle still wide open • Concerns about special teams regression • Iowa State’s roster overhaul and what it means for Year 1 📉 Win Totals & Expectations Early Vegas lines are out - taking a look across the Big Ten and Big 12 🎯 More Topics: • Big 12 vs Big Ten draft numbers • Why late-round NFL picks are losing value • The future of spring games • Hassel’s Heist Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 138

    Two Guys: Over/Under win totals for Hawkeyes & Cyclones, NFL Draft begins, CFP expansion talks

    It’s NFL Draft Day, and Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are all over it—plus a whole lot more in a packed episode of Two Guys. 🏈 NFL Draft Preview Who will be the first Cyclone or Hawkeye off the board? Gennings Dunker, Dom Orange, and more storylines to watch heading into draft weekend. 📊 Over/Under Win Totals The guys break down FanDuel win totals for Iowa and Iowa State, including why the Cyclones could struggle to hit expectations and how Iowa’s brutal schedule shapes their outlook. ⚖️ College Football Playoff Expansion Debate Is a 24-team playoff really coming? And more importantly—who is this actually for? (Hint: not the fans.) 🏀 Transfer Portal & NIL Madness From big-money deals to questionable merch sales, the current state of college athletics continues to raise eyebrows. Plus: • From workplace pet peeves • “Get your teeth wet” • Mi-T-M Mightest Moment Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 137

    Two Guys: Iowa's portal additions, Audi Crooks' new Big 12 team, Blue Bloods vs. Boosters

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel tackle one of the biggest Iowa sports stories of the offseason—and what it says about the future of college athletics. 🏀 Audi Crooks Fallout The guys go deep on Audi Crooks transferring to Oklahoma State, the massive NIL payday behind it, and why in-conference moves hit different for fans. 💰 NIL Reality Check How much money are players actually making—and what does it mean for programs like Iowa State trying to compete? Plus, why schools like Oklahoma State are suddenly spending big. 🏀 Iowa’s Portal Additions Ben McCollum lands a massive center and a dynamic young point guard as Iowa rebuilds its roster with long-term pieces. 🏈 College Sports Identity Crisis From constant player movement to NIL inflation, is college sports losing what made it special? The guys compare it to what happened with the NBA. 🎙️ Plus: • Why fans are struggling to connect with rosters • The sustainability of NIL spending • BIGGER, BETTER, BOLDER Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 136

    Two Guys: Iowa's vacated wins, Iowa State's injury woes, Cyclone wrestling's big announcement

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into one of the weirdest Iowa sports storylines in years—vacated wins—and somehow make it even more chaotic. 🏈 Iowa’s “Win That Didn’t Happen”: The guys debate the NCAA ruling tied to Cade McNamara and whether Iowa State fans can (or absolutely cannot) claim a win. Spoiler: neither side agrees, and it gets heated. 🏀 Transfer Portal Madness: What’s really going on with Iowa basketball and the portal under Ben McCollum? Plus, the tricky situation around eligibility, NIL money, and timing in today’s chaotic system. 🌪️ Cyclone Injury Concerns: A brutal start to the offseason as Iowa State Cyclones football deal with another major injury. Is this just bad luck—or a troubling trend? 🤼 Big News in Ames: Iowa State is expected to make a major announcement around wrestling—likely adding women’s wrestling and reshaping the program’s future. 🔥 WNBA Drama: The guys go off on Cathy Engelbert after a tense media moment and discuss whether the league is ready for its growing spotlight. 😂 Classic Two Guys Energy: From NIL chaos and recruiting paranoia to weather talk, NASCAR camping, and random rants—it’s peak offseason content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  9. 135

    Two Guys: Iowa State's transfer portal additions, Milan & Folgueiras gone, Rory repeats as Augusta

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into a wildly busy stretch in college sports, where the transfer portal is reshaping rosters overnight—and nobody’s surprised anymore. 🏀 Big Time Cyclone and Hawkeye in the portal: Both Milan Momčilović and Alvaro Folgueiras are gone, just weeks after March Madness heroics. The guys break down why it happened, why it makes sense, and how the Cyclones have already rebuilt their roster in record time. 🔁 Portal Reality Check: This is the new normal—players chasing NBA feedback and NIL opportunities, while coaches are forced to move fast or get left behind. 🏌️ Masters Recap: Rory McIlroy gets it done at Augusta, sparking debate about his place in the game—and plenty of strong opinions from Hassel. 🔥 Other Topics Include: • Iowa’s slower portal approach under Ben McCollum • Instant roster rebuild vs patience strategy • NIL power shifts and transparency issues • Luke Combs concert buzz at Jack Trice Stadium • The changing structure of college athletics • Don Hassel's weekend in Florida Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  10. 134

    Two Guys: Latest transfer portal news for Iowa & Iowa State, spring football update, and more

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are back with a loaded episode of Two Guys as spring sports ramp up and the portal chaos hits full speed. 🏀 Portal Problems & Roster Reality: The guys break down the uncertainty around Milan Momcilovic and Iowa State’s tough decisions when it comes to spending big NIL money vs building a complete roster. At Iowa, the Ben McCollum era faces a similar dilemma—how much do you pay for a player like Fulgaris, and is he worth it long-term? 🏈 Spring Football + Bigger Picture: Spring practices are underway, but the real conversation turns to access, NIL, and how college athletics is changing—for fans, media, and players. 🔥 The Future of College Sports: From transfer portal madness to lack of transparency, the guys dive deep into what’s working (and what isn’t) in the current system. 🎙 Other topics include: • Both Iowa and Iowa State coaches turning down North Carolina 🤯 • NIL spending strategy vs roster depth • Why mid-majors are becoming feeder systems • Masters weekend stories + airport layovers • The “Ship of Theseus” and college sports identity Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  11. 133

    Two Guys: Michigan vs. UConn for the National Championship, Portnoy vs Clark, UCLA women dominate

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel have a loaded episode covering college hoops, chaos in Iowa sports, and one of the wildest off-court stories you’ll hear all year. 🏀 Iowa vs. Iowa State Debate: Who really had the better season? The guys break down expectations vs. results after Iowa’s Elite Eight run and Iowa State’s Sweet 16 exit—with injury context included. 🏆 National Championship Preview: Michigan vs. UConn is set—can Dan Hurley pull off another March miracle, or is Michigan just too dominant? 🔥 Portnoy vs. Clark Drama: The internet explodes as Dave Portnoy claims he was blocked by Caitlin Clark—and somehow the McCaffery family is right in the middle of it all. 💰 NIL & Transfer Portal Reality: A brutally honest look at how agents, money, and roster chaos are reshaping college sports—for better or worse. 🎙 Other topics include: • Big Ten vs. Big 12 tournament performance • Greg McDermott’s legacy • Spring football uncertainty at Iowa State • Iowa State fills Kyle Green's position • The impact of constant roster turnover on young fans Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  12. 132

    Two Guys: Jamie Pollard's comments, Audi Crook hits the portal, Jaidyn Coon commits to Iowa

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are back with a loaded Friday episode of Two Guys—and yeah… things in Ames are getting messy. 🔥 Pollard Fallout:The guys react to Jamie Pollard’s controversial video and why it may have made things worse, not better. Transparency, frustration, and why Iowa State fans are demanding answers. 🏀 Women’s Hoops Reset:Audi Crooks hits the portal as Iowa State’s roster gets picked apart. What went wrong, how much NIL played a role, and where the program goes from here under Bill Fennelly. 🏀 Hawkeyes Add a Piece:Jaidyn Coon commits to the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball, giving Ben McCollum an important building block for the future. 🎙 Other topics include: • UNI hires Kyle Green and why it’s a perfect fit • Transfer portal chaos across college athletics • NIL realities and roster-building struggles • Final Four preview: Arizona, Michigan, Illinois, UConn • Did we actually go to the moon? Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  13. 131

    Two Guys: Iowa's run end in Elite Eight, Iowa State falls again in Sweet 16, UCONN/Duke MADNESS

    March Madness chaos continues without the Cyclones or Hawkeyes, but Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are still here to break it all down. Iowa falls in the Elite Eight to Illinois, ending a dream season under Ben McCollum. What went wrong down the stretch, and how should fans view Year 1? Iowa State also came up short in the Sweet 16 against Tennessee. They discuss the impact of missing Joshua Jefferson and how it really derailed everything. Plus: Milan Momcilovic declares for the NBA Draft UCONN and Duke's WILD ending Final Four preview: Arizona, UConn, Illinois, Michigan Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  14. 130

    Two Guys: Sweet 16 Preview - Iowa State vs. Tennessee / Iowa vs. Nebraska

    Two Guys in primetime leading up to a massive week of college basketball for the state of Iowa! Iowa and Nebraska face off from Houston on Thursday and Iowa State takes on Tennessee from Chicago with a spot in the Elite 8 on the line. Williams and Hassel preview the matchups and keys to victory for both teams. Plus, the latest with the women's basketball programs as Iowa gets bounced early and Iowa State loses one of its star players in Addy Brown to the transfer portal. Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  15. 129

    Two Guys: Cyclones & Hawkeyes advance to the Sweet 16

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to a WILD weekend of college hoops. The Hawkeyes' Sweet Sixteen drought is no more, while the Cyclones are onto the second weekend for the third time in five seasons. Looking ahead to next weekend and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  16. 128

    Two Guys: Iowa State & Iowa advance to Round of 32, Joshua Jefferson's status, First Round reaction

    Iowa State routes Tennessee Tech in the first round with big games from Killyan Toure and Nate Heise as Joshua Jefferson leaves the game early with an ankle injury. The latest news on the injury and what it could mean for the Cyclones in their second round matchup against Kentucky. Ben McCollum secures his first NCAA Tournament win at Iowa, defeating Clemson in the opening round. The Hawkeyes face 1-seed Florida on Sunday. Northern Iowa falls to St. John's. The Iowa women host FDU today at CHA and Iowa State plays Syracuse with the winner awaiting UCONN. Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  17. 127

    Two Guys: Cyclones, Hawkeyes, Panthers are dancing! Complete bracket breakdown

    The brackets are locked in and the Cyclones, Hawkeyes, and Panthers are dancing! All three teams play Friday in separate regions. Iowa State draws the 2-seed vs. Tennessee State, Iowa is a 9-seed vs. Clemson, and UNI gets the 12-see vs. St. John's. On the women's side, Iowa gets the 2-seed and will host FDU in Iowa City. The Iowa State women draw the 8-seed against Syracuse. The madness is here and we break it all down! Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  18. 126

    Two Guys: Iowa State takes down Texas Tech, Iowa bounced from Big Ten Tournament

    Iowa State is moving on in the Big 12 Tournament. The Cyclones shook off a slow start and dominated the second half to take down Texas Tech and advance to the Big 12 semifinals. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel break down how Iowa State flipped the game, what the win means for the Cyclones heading into the weekend, and how they match up in the next round of the Big 12 Tournament. They also react to a tough ending for Iowa after the Hawkeyes were eliminated from the Big Ten Tournament by Ohio State. Was there controversy? What went wrong for Iowa and what it means moving forward is all part of the discussion. All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Two Guys with Chris & Chris, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  19. 125

    Two Guys: Panthers dancing again, Iowa falls at Nebraska, Cyclones run wild over ASU

    Northern Iowa is going dancing again! 🏀 The Panthers win four straight at Arch Madness to claim the MVC title and punch their ticket to the NCAA Tournament for the first time in a decade. On this episode of Two Guys with Chris Hassel and Jake Brend on Iowa Everywhere, we break down UNI’s incredible MVC Tournament run led by Trey Campbell, Iowa State’s dominant 24-0 run to blow out Arizona State and close the regular season with 25 wins, and Iowa’s regular season finale loss at Nebraska before the Big Ten Tournament. We also discuss the Iowa women’s loss to UCLA in the conference championship and what their projected 2-seed means heading into the NCAA Tournament. Topics in this episode: • Northern Iowa wins the MVC Tournament at Arch Madness • Iowa State’s huge run vs Arizona State • Cyclones finish regular season with 25 wins • Iowa loses to Nebraska before Big Ten Tournament • Hawkeyes tournament matchup outlook • Iowa women fall to UCLA but remain a projected 2-seed Two Guys presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  20. 124

    Two Guys: Iowa State's senior night finale, Iowa hosts Michigan, Big 10/Big 12 Tournaments underway

    The postseason is around the corner, and Chris Williams and Chris Hassel are here to break down everything you need to know from a massive week in college basketball across the Big Ten & Big 12. Iowa State closes out the regular season with its Senior Night finale in Ames. What could it mean for the Cyclones heading into the Big 12 Tournament? Meanwhile, Iowa hosts Michigan in a pivotal late-season matchup at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Has Iowa done enough to feel comfortable about its NCAA Tournament résumé? With both the Women's Big Ten Tournament and Big 12 Tournament officially underway, they look ahead to bracket implications, potential matchups, dark horses, and what’s at stake for Iowa, Iowa State, and the rest of the Midwest programs as March Madness approaches. Topics include: • Iowa State Senior Night preview • Cyclones’ Big 12 Tournament path • Iowa vs. Michigan • Hawkeyes’ NCAA Tournament chances • Big Ten Tournament predictions • Big 12 Tournament preview • March Madness seeding scenarios Two Guys is brought to you by Fareway Meat & Grocery, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  21. 123

    Two Guys: Iowa State suffers first home loss to Texas Tech, Iowa's bad loss at Penn State

    Iowa State suffers its first home loss of the season to Texas Tech, while Iowa drops a frustrating game at Penn State - and the guys break down what it all means with March Madness just around the corner. Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa State’s shocking loss at Hilton Coliseum, what’s gone wrong with the Cyclones lately, and whether this is just a late-season slump or something bigger heading into the Big 12 Tournament and NCAA Tournament. Plus: • Iowa’s bad loss at Penn State and what it means for the Hawkeyes’ NCAA Tournament hopes • Is Iowa State still on track for a 2-seed in March Madness? • Why the Cyclones’ recent shooting struggles are becoming a real concern • Tournament seeding outlook for both Iowa and Iowa State • Iowa Everywhere Fan Appreciation Party recap • The “Two Dads” feud finally goes live • Injury update after Hassel’s ice-related shoulder disaster With postseason play right around the corner, the margin for error is shrinking for both Iowa and Iowa State. Can the Cyclones bounce back on the road? And can the Hawkeyes avoid another late-season stumble? All that and more on Two Guys, presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery, exclusively on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  22. 122

    Two Guys: Iowa blows out Ohio State to secure 20th win, Iowa State's Top 20 showdown vs. Texas Tech

    Iowa gets it's 20th win of the season, topping Ohio State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Iowa State is coming off a win at Utah and hosts Np. 16 Texas Tech at Hilton Coliseum. Matt Norlander believes the Cyclones are one of at least eight teams vying for the final 1-seed. Fred Hoiberg sounds off about Iowa fans. Penn State's media takes a shot at Iowa State. Plus, Hassel is headed to Iowa for our Audience Appreciation Party on Friday at The Irish in West Des Moines. Join us for a night of fun! Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  23. 121

    Two Guys: 1-seed Cyclones slip at BYU, Wisconsin runs away from Iowa, USA's GOLDEN Olympics

    Chris Hassel and Jake Brend break down a massive week in college basketball as the Iowa State Cyclones see their grip on a No. 1 seed loosen after a tough road loss to the BYU Cougars. Plus, the Iowa Hawkeyes lost late to the Wisconsin Badgers, raising new questions about Iowa’s postseason outlook as March Madness approaches. The guys also react to Team USA’s golden performance at the Olympic Games, what it means for American dominance on the global stage, and how it’s capturing the attention of the whole country. • Iowa State vs. BYU reaction • Iowa's struggles • USA Hockey brings home the gold medal • NCAA Tournament seeding implications • Iowa State and Iowa Women weekend reaction Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  24. 120

    Two Guys: Iowa's win over Nebraska, Iowa State heads to BYU, Addy Brown returns

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa’s signature win over Nebraska, including the postgame handshake line moment involving Fred Hoiberg. The guys also discuss Iowa State men’s basketball heading to BYU following a historic three-day stretch and what lies ahead for the Cyclones in Big 12 play. Plus, Addy Brown’s return as Iowa State women’s basketball dominates Arizona State and how it impacts the Cyclones’ NCAA Tournament outlook. Also: • Iowa vs. Wisconsin preview • Iowa State/Iowa women’s seeding outlook • Big 12 Tournament implications • Two Dads? Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  25. 119

    Two Guys: Iowa State dominates Kansas, Big 12 race heating up, Iowa blown out by Purdue

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel recap a big weekend in college basketball on this episode of Two Guys. The conversation includes Iowa State’s dominant win over Kansas and what it means for the Big 12 race, along with Iowa’s loss to Purdue and how the Hawkeyes respond moving forward. The guys also discuss conference standings and tournament outlooks across the Big 12 and Big Ten. Another wide-ranging episode covering Iowa sports on Iowa Everywhere., courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  26. 118

    Two Guys: Iowa State and Iowa look to bounce back after bad road losses, Big 12's new court

    No. 5 Iowa State hosts No. 9 Kansas on Saturday. The Cyclones are coming off a bad performance at TCU and hoping to a avoid a season sweep to the Jayhawks. Iowa suffers its first head-scratching loss of the McCollum era at Maryland. The Hawkeyes look to bounce back as they welcome Purdue on Saturday. The Big 12 makes an announcement about a new court for the men's and women's tournament in Kansas City. Plus, the guys are back with stories from a few days together in Florida. Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  27. 117

    Two Guys: Iowa State fights off Baylor, Iowa wins sixth-straight, Super Bowl reaction

    Jake Brend and Chris Hassel recap a busy sports weekend on this episode of Two Guys. The conversation includes Iowa State holding off Baylor, Iowa men’s basketball winning its sixth straight game, and what both results mean moving forward. The guys also share their Super Bowl reaction, touching on the game itself, the halftime show, and league-wide takeaways. Another wide-ranging episode covering Iowa sports, Big 12 basketball, and the NFL on Two Guys, courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  28. 116

    Two Guys: Iowa's win at Washington, Way too early Big 12/Big Ten Rankings, Super Bowl picks

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel recap the weekend and look ahead on this episode of Two Guys. The show opens with Iowa’s comeback win at Washington and what it means for the Hawkeyes. The guys also get into way-too-early Big Ten and Big 12 rankings, breaking down conference depth, early expectations, and where Iowa and Iowa State fit in the bigger picture. Plus, Super Bowl picks and Bracketology. New episodes of Two Guys available on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  29. 115

    Two Guys: Iowa State dominates Kansas State, Iowa takes down Oregon

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the weekend of college hoops. Iowa plays a complete game to beat Oregon. The Cyclones stomp Kansas State, leaving Jerome Tang in shambles. The Hawkeyes have their 2026 football schedule. Williams has an idea for the transfer portal. BBB and Mightiest Moment from the weekend. All this courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  30. 114

    Two Guys: Iowa hangs on vs. USC, Iowa State women stun Texas Tech, Drake's comeback

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the already-eventful week of in-state hoops. The Iowa Men win a nailbiter against USC, while the Cyclone Women score a road upset. Hassel childhood stories, Big Ten commercial controversy, AI, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  31. 113

    Two Guys: Iowa State's road win at Oklahoma State, Dabo talks tampering

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa State taking care of business at Oklahoma State. How loaded is the top of the Big 12? Dabo Swinney talks tampering in college football. The Mightiest Moment of the weekend, BBB, Hawkeye Hoops, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  32. 112

    Two Guys: Cyclones get right, Hawkeyes hold on, Iowa State's 2026 schedule reaction

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa State and Iowa picking up mid-week wins on the hardwood. Are the Cyclones back? The Hawkeyes win ugly against Rutgers. CW sat down with Jimmy Rogers, and ISU has its 2026 schedule. All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  33. 111

    Two Guys: Hawkeyes pick up key win at Indiana, Cyclones drop second-straight

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the NFL Divisional weekend before diving into Iowa and Iowa State hoops. How does Iowa State get out of its funk? The Hawkeyes notch a signature win. Antics from Two Dads and more courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  34. 110

    Two Guys: Iowa falls at Purdue, Cyclones struggle at Kansas, CFP Problems

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into Iowa's loss to Purdue and Iowa State's loss to Kansas. Hawkeyes are entering must-win territory while the Cyclones take their first loss in blowout fashion. What is the CFP doing? All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  35. 109

    Two Guys: Cyclones stay perfect, Iowa falls at home to Illinois, NFL Playoffs

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel dive into the elite sports weekend. Iowa State stays unbeaten. How long can this streak go? Hassel is officially worried about the Hawks. Wild Card Weekend did not disappoint. All this and more courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  36. 108

    Two Guys: Iowa State's 15-0 start, Iowa's big home game vs. Illinois, CFP semifinal preview

    Iowa State grinds out a win on the road at Baylor moving to 15-0, officially off to its best start in school history. Joshua Jefferson puts up 19 and 17, Tamin Lipsey scores 24. After falling at Minnesota, Iowa hosts Illinois on Sunday in the biggest game at Carver in a long time. The Iowa State suffers a stunning loss at Cincinnati, giving the Bearcats highest ranked win in program history. Morale has turned around quickly for Iowa State fans with a bunch of portal adds from major programs. What are our WAY TOO EARLY expectations? Plus, we preview and give our picks for the CFP semifinal matchups. Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  37. 107

    Two Guys: Latest portal moves, Iowa's win over UCLA, Cyclone women suffer first loss

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the latest news from the transfer portal along with the Penn State Cyclones. Is Iowa basketball back? The Cyclone Women fall short against Baylor. AI garbage and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  38. 106

    Two Guys: Cyclones dominate WVU in Big 12 opener, Iowa wins ReliaQuest Bowl

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Iowa State taking control of their conference opener before diving into Iowa snapping their streak against ranked teams*. Transfer portal news, hockey nonsense, and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  39. 105

    Two Guys: Updating Iowa State's portal moves, Hawkeyes prep for Pavia and Vandy

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Purdy's big night before getting into all of the portal action out of Iowa State. Previewing Iowa-Vanderbilt. Hassel returned to Iowa. College football craziness and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Two Guys: The Best Show Moments from 2025

    Looking back at our favorite moments with Chris & Chris from Two Guys the past year. Thank you to our loyal viewers, listeners, and show sponsors for their support in 2025! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  41. 103

    Two Guys: Rocco Becht leaving Iowa State, CFP First Round reaction

    Rocco Becht announces he's leaving Iowa State to play at another school for his senior season. What's the future plan for the Cyclones at QB? In Iowa City, special teams coordinator LeVar Woods is leaving the program to join Pat Fitzgerald's staff at Michigan State. The CFP First Round sees Alabama, Ole Miss, Miami, and Oregon advance. The Bears pull off a miraculous comeback over the Packers. Presented by Fareway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  42. 102

    Two Guys: Previewing the CFP First Round games, Michigan's coaching dilemma

    Williams and Hassel preview the CFP First Round matchups and look at the game odds thanks to Circa Sports. The Iowa men's basketball team is ranked coming in at No. 25 ... in the Coaches Poll as they come to Des Moines to face Bucknell at the Casey's Center on Saturday. Going through the top candidates for Michigan open coaching position. The ACC makes a "Pour Choice" with its new nine conference game scheduling update. Presented by Fareway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  43. 101

    Two Guys: Cyclones stay unbeaten, Hawkeyes bounce back in win against WMU

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the weekend of Iowa and Iowa State hoops before a little Heisman Trophy talk. Bowl games are in trouble. CW went back to Clarinda for the weekend. All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  44. 100

    Two Guys: Iowa State sweeps Cy-Hawk hoops, Jimmy Rogers fires up fans

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Cy-Hawk Hoops action that saw Iowa State sweep the week. New ISU Head Coach Jimmy Rogers has his words of wisdom. A special Cyclone Legend joins the program. Breaking it all down courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  45. 99

    Two Guys: Craziest weekend in ISU history? Cy-Hawk hoops preview

    Chris Hassel and Chris Williams break down one of the craziest weekends in Iowa State Athletics history from Jimmy Rogers' opening press conference to Matt Campbell's arrival in State College to T.J. Otzelberger's win over No. 1 Purdue. Chris & Chris also preview Cy-Hawk hoops and react to the College Football Playoff selection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  46. 98

    TWO GUYS: Instant Reaction to a WILD night in Ames

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel instantly react to the departure of Matt Campbell and the immediate hire of Jimmy Rogers. What this means for everyone involved at Iowa State and the future of the program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  47. 97

    Two Guys: Cyclones set a record, Ferentz returning, Championship Saturday preview

    Chris Williams welcomes Andrew Downs to dive into Iowa and Iowa State Basketball. Should Hawkeye fans even bat an eye at their loss to Michigan State? Cyclones go crazy. It's championship week across college football. All this and more presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Two Guys: Grading the Cyclones & Hawkeyes seasons, Coaching Carousel Chaos

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to the loaded Thanksgiving sports weekend before handing out final grades for Iowa and Iowa State's football seasons. The first wave of coaching moves is behind us. More from the college football weekend, courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  49. 95

    Two Guys: Previewing Iowa vs. Nebraska, Cyclones go 3-0 in Vegas

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel discuss both Iowa State and Iowa's hot start on the hardwood before diving into the last weekend of the regular season. Will Iowa find a way against Nebraska like always? Games of the week, Locks, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Two Guys: Iowa's comeback win over Michigan State, Iowa State's blowout over Kansas

    Chris Williams and Chris Hassel react to Saturday's action around college football. Hawks come back late. Cyclones blow out Kansas. CW's adventure in Las Vegas. BBB from the weekend and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Longtime friends Chris Williams & Chris Hassel talk all things Cy-Hawk and more twice a week on Iowa Everywhere. This show launched in the summer of 2022 and has grown into one of the most popular podcasts in the state. Sometimes filled with sophomoric banter, Chris and Chris take pride in not taking themselves too seriously and having a lot of fun. Pull up a chair and join the fellas on what is always promised to be a wild ride.

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Longtime friends Chris Williams & Chris Hassel talk all things Cy-Hawk and more twice a week on Iowa Everywhere. This show launched in the summer of 2022 and has grown into one of the most popular podcasts in the state. Sometimes filled with sophomoric banter, Chris and Chris take pride in not...

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