Chris Williams

Cyclone Fanatic

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Premium Iowa State coverage without the filter. Sharp analysis, strong opinions, and real conversations from the voices at Cyclone Fanatic — the largest Iowa State community on the internet. If it matters to Cyclone Nation, we’re talking about it.

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Chris Williams

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cyclonefanatic.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Williams & Blum: Kansas Preview, Dillingham on NIL, Big 12 preview, and Mailbag Q's 19.11.2025

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss Iowa State Football's game against Kansas this weekend before diving into Kenny Dillingham's comments about NIL, the Big 12, mailbag questions, and story time. Presented by Mechdyne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: Injury update, the TCU win changed the bye week, offensive accountability 18.11.2025

On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend reports from Tuesday's Iowa State football availability with an injury update. Taylor Mouser talks about how getting over the hump against TCU provided much-needed momentum for the offense and Matt Campbell shares how Rocco Becht is battling against the odds. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Let Him Cook: Lipsey/Jefferson duo, recruiting, and Feast Week Preview 18.11.2025

Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson quickly recap Iowa State's dominant win against Stonehill. Just how good are Tamin Lipey and Joshua Jefferson? Taking a look at the Cyclone recruiting class, Iowa State's trip to Las Vegas, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: Otzelberger Talks 10 Man Rotation, Addy Brown's Triple-Double, Purdy's Return 17.11.2025

On Monday's Daily Clone, T.J. Otzelberger shares why he's played a 10 man rotation so far and why it could stick, Addy Brown talks about her first career triple-double, Brock Purdy shines in his first game back from injury and Chris Williams shares one of his favorite stories in his new book 'Fanatic.' All of that and more with Jake Brend. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank...

Fanatic Book Series: CW's Favorite Chapters, The 2013 BYU Game, Invention of 3-3-5 Defense 17.11.2025

On episode two of the Fanatic Book Podcast Series, author Chris Williams is joined by editor Rob Gray and Jake Brend to discuss some of his favorite chapters in his new book 'Fanatic.' Listen to find out how T.J. Otzelberger met Greg McDermott, untold stories of the 2013 basketball game against BYU and how Jon Heacock invented the 3-3-5 defense. Preorder at FanaticBook.com. Learn more about your a...

Williams & Blum: Bad week for the Big 12, Kansas talk & Vegas look ahead 16.11.2025

Chris Williams & Brent Blum discuss the lumps the Big 12 took in its College Football Playoff chances over the weekend. What bowl do the guys project Iowa State to play in? Plus, we are a little over a week from a massive men’s basketball tournament in Las Vegas. Touching on that, the women’s team is rolling and more. All courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Fanatic Book Series: How 'Fanatic' came together, CW's untold Omaha story, Rob Gray's impact 14.11.2025

On episode one of the Fanatic Book Podcast Series, author Chris Williams and editor Rob Gray are joined by Jake Brend to share stories on how 'Fanatic' came together and the timeline of Chris' first book coming together. Williams shares an untold story of what happened to his book notes in Omaha, what you can expect in his book and more. Preorder the book at fanaticbook.com. Learn more about your...

Reaction Time: Cyclone Invitational recap, Euton on the rise, and more 14.11.2025

Jacqueline Cordova and Ben Visser recap Iowa State's showing at the Cyclone Invitational, where they crowned eight champions. Connor Euton starts the season hot. Getting into the nitty-gritty of Cyclone Wrestling, courtesy of Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: T.J. Signs Another Top-20 Class, Freshmen Winning for ISU, Audi's Record Night 13.11.2025

On Thursday's Daily Clone, T.J. Otzelberger talks about his top-20 ranked 2026 class and excited he is for them to be on campus. He also shares what the current freshmen class of Killyan Toure, Jamarion Batemon and Dominykas Pleta are doing to impact winning. Plus, how Blake Buchanan is elevating his game. Hear from Audi Crooks on her school record 43 points in Iowa State's win over Valparaiso. Pr...

Land Locks: Week 12 picks for the 2025 season 13.11.2025

Ted Flint, Jake Vos, and Shawntez make their Week 12 picks, courtesy of Wild Rose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Beat Reporters: Tamin taking control, new ISU President, and bowl projections 13.11.2025

Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray take advantage of Iowa State's bye week to discuss ISU President David Cook, the Lipsey-Morris parallels, basketball rotations, bowl projections, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: New President, Bowl Projections, Rocky Elam Back 12.11.2025

On Wednesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend shares some information about new Iowa State President David Cook, looks at where the Cyclones are currently projected to go for a bowl game and how much Rocky Elam loves wrestling in Ames. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Williams & Blum: New ISU President, hoops rolling, and more mailbag questions 12.11.2025

Chris Williams and Brent Blum discuss Iowa State naming David Cook its new president and why they like the hire. Iowa State rolls Mississippi State as the pieces come together. Looking around the Big 12 and taking mailbag questions. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let Him Cook: Tamin takeover, new guys step up, and domination in Sioux Falls 12.11.2025

Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson react to No. 16 Iowa State's thumping of Mississippi State. Tamin Lipsey took control as some of the new faces made some big-time plays. What is this team's identity? All this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: A Buchanan breakout, Lipsey talks freshmen, Chris Jans on Iowa State 11.11.2025

On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend dives into Blake Buchanan's breakout performance against Mississippi State, Tamin Lipsey shares what impresses him about the freshmen and Mississippi State head coach Chris Jans talks about what makes Iowa State so hard to prepare for. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CF POSTGAME: No. 16 Iowa State takes care of business against Mississippi State 11.11.2025

Chris Williams reacts to No. 16 Iowa State's 96-80 win over Mississippi State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: Back in the win column, Flora's moment, Brahmer's toughness, Mississippi State preview 10.11.2025

On Monday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend breaks down the impact of Matt Campbell showing off the roots of his program in a road win over TCU, Aiden Flora's season-changing moment, the toughness of Ben Brahmer and a little preview into the men's basketball game against Mississippi State. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

InCYde Zone: Back in the win column, running back room carries the load, and defense dominates 10.11.2025

Jacqueline Cordova, Jake Remsburg, and Jirehl Brock react to Iowa State snapping its 4-game losing streak in a win against TCU. Does this change the season outlook? Aiden Flora's moment. Defense played its best game of the year and more. Presented by Wyffels Hybrids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Williams & Blum: A Cyclone stunner 10.11.2025

Chris Williams & Brent Blum break down Iowa State’s 20-17 victory over TCU on Saturday in Fort Worth. Is what the defense did against a good Horned Frogs offense sustainable? Plus, Iowa State men’s basketball plays a good Mississippi State team on Monday night. Guessing the point spreads and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CF POSTGAME: Iowa State snaps skid against TCU 09.11.2025

Jake Brend and Lea Nelson react to Iowa State's win over TCU, courtesy of Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reaction Time: Previewing a highly-anticipated 2025-26 campaign for Iowa State Wrestling 07.11.2025

Jacqueline Cordova and Ben Visser are BACK to talk all things Iowa State Wrestling. What are the expectations? Looking at all the preseason hype, potential lineups, and more. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CF PREGAME: Iowa State faces road test at TCU 06.11.2025

Chris Williams and Jake Brend preview Iowa State's road matchup against TCU, courtesy of Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DAILY CLONE: Losing with the right people, Audi's big night, Brend's game pick 06.11.2025

On Thursday's Daily Clone, Jon Heacock explains how Iowa State is coming to work after losing and Chase Sowell says the differences between Ames and his previous teams. Audi Crooks breaks a record and Jake Brend makes his game pick. Presented by CycloneFanaticShop.com in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Land Locks: Week 11 Picks Across the 2025 Season 06.11.2025

Ted Flint, Jake Vos, and Shawntez make their picks for Week 11, courtesy of Wild Rose Casinos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Beat Reporters: The Tamin Lipsey Effect, Football looks to snap streak, and Fennelly's fast pace 06.11.2025

Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Ben Hutchens discuss all things Cyclone Football ahead of their matchup with TCU. Do they have a chance? Tamin Lipsey looks as good as ever. The Cyclone Women have a refreshed look and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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