Behind the Bulldogs

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 Start 4:04 - Team & Staff Bonding 8:35 - Summer Workout Philosophy 11:52 - Tracking Progress & Offseason 15:50 - Journey in the Indu...

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 - Intro 1:35 - Process to Bringing the Band Back 5:16 - Dr. Atwood's Previous Band Experience 7:18 - Inaugural Season Analysis + Next Year Plans 12:09 -...

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 - Intro 1:43 - Golf Outing Dates and Locations 9:12 - Key 2026 Football Games 12:15 - New Hockey Opponents for 26-27 15:22 - Notable Fall Contests for Women's Soccer 18:30 - 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 - Intro 3:50 - Summer Media Plans 7:43 - Perspective and Connections with Storytelling 12:53 - Difference of Socia...

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 - Intro 2:42 - Summer Events for Alumni & Staff 7:52 - Latest from GLIAC & CCHA Meetings 12:28 - Hiring Brooks Miller for Me...

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 - Intro 1:48 - How Partnerships Work in Sports 6:46 - Fan Favorite Partnerships at Ferris State 10:23 - Projects Coming in 2026-2027 14:00 - Impact of New...

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 - Intro 2:24 - Most Underappreciated Teams 7:13 - Most Underappreciated Athletes 10:37 - Most Impressive Breakout Athletes 15:04 - Most Favorite Moments 18:45 - Most Anticipated Summer Ev...

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 Recap 5:44 - Interview w/ Cece Bell & Katie Schuboy 16:31 - 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 Recap 7:50 - Interview w/ Yara Madi & Felipe Iser 25:12 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outr...

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 Recap 5:06 - Interview w/ Kamryn Shannon & Sam Havey 17:08 - 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 Recap 4:51 - Interview w/ Mason Dykstra & Charlie Spencer 20:29 - 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 Recap 6:48 - Interview w/ Jordin Robelin & Gabrielle Henderson 20:08 - 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 Recap 6:29 - Interview w/ Joey Stout 18:16 - 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 Recap 6:35 - Interview w/ Aaron Bowerman & Jose Flores 20:23 - 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 Recap 7:45 - Interview w/ Alexis Kozlowski & Ava Gardner 19:58 - 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 Recap 6:09 - Interview w/ Aimee Reynoso Cupido & Yara Madi 23:40 - 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 Recap 6:25 - Interview w/ Bryce Moore & Owen Hardy 18:50 - 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 Recap 8:22 - Interview w/ Carmen Kaltenbach & Emerson Perry 21:41 - 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 Recap 5:18 - Interview w/ Adrian Catahan & Kacper Pasielak 21:41 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outr...

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 Recap 8:10 - Interview w/ Lacey Zimmerman & Sadie Larson 21:10 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Out...

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 Recap 6:55 - Interview w/ Justin Asi & Tae Boyd 20:15 - Upcoming Sport...

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 Recap 6:40 - Interview w/ Kadyn Blanchard & Charlotte Miller 21:15 - Upcoming Sports S...

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 Recap 6:55 - Interview w/ Lyndsey Urick 19:38 - 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 Recap 7:25 - Interview w/ Gavin Best & Tyler Schleppe 22:54 - Upcoming...

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 Recap 4:56 - Interview w/ Emma Schierbeek & Mia Riley 18:11 - Upcoming Sports Slate + Outro