Episodes

  • Deep Blue Returns

    Deep Blue Returns
    Aug 23 2023
    The Deep Blue podcast is making a comeback. New host Jason Shepherd dives into the real-life stories of former and current BYU Cougar athletes and coaches. These stories will awe, inspire, and excite you. The brand new season begins on August 29th. New episodes will post each Tuesday.
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    1 min
  • John Beck Part 2: Harline is Still Open

    John Beck Part 2: Harline is Still Open
    Dec 17 2024
    When John Beck returned from his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he hoped for a successful career as BYU Football's starting quarterback. But when the football program faced major challenges and John struggled on the field, how did he find the courage to push through? In part two of our interview, hear how John navigated the beginning of his collegiate football career to orchestrate one of the most memorable plays in BYU football history.
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    35 mins
  • John Beck Part 1: Quarterback Whisperer

    John Beck Part 1: Quarterback Whisperer
    Dec 10 2024
    Former BYU Football quarterback John Beck's NFL career didn't go as planned, but he's made a name for himself as one of the best quarterback coaches in the nation. In this Part 1 episode, John shares how he transitioned from the NFL to become an elite quarterback coach, overcame adversity in high school, and navigated a rocky start to his recruitment at BYU.
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    31 mins
  • Richie Saunders & Fousseyni Traore: Brothers Beyond Ball

    Richie Saunders & Fousseyni Traore: Brothers Beyond Ball
    Dec 3 2024
    How do two people who speak different languages and come from different countries become as close as siblings? According to Richie Saunders and Fousseyni Traore: be good at basketball. In this episode, they discuss how Fouss ended up living with Richie's family, how Richie helped Fouss adapt to the US and learn English, and what their relationship means to them today. They also discuss the madness that ensued following Mark Pope's departure and Kevin Young's hire.
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    43 mins
  • Leon White: Dominant Defender

    Leon White: Dominant Defender
    Nov 19 2024
    Leon White had high hopes for BYU's Football team entering the 1984 season, but his world turned upside down with the devastating news of his father's cancer diagnosis. In this podcast episode, discover how Leon faced an unimaginable choice and found strength in his father’s encouragement to stay with the BYU football team. His mission became clear: to lead his team back to the Holiday Bowl in his hometown of San Diego, giving his father a final chance to see him play. Discover the powerful story of a son’s love, a father's support, and the unforgettable memory of becoming a national champion.
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    35 mins
  • Gary Sheide: Quarterback Factory Founder

    Gary Sheide: Quarterback Factory Founder
    Nov 12 2024
    When LaVell Edwards was hired as BYU's head football coach, he needed the right quarterback to lead the passing attack. That quarterback was Gary Sheide. In this podcast episode, Sheide talks about how he initially refused LaVell's recruiting offer but eventually came to Provo to become the most prolific passer in school history, propelling the program to new heights.
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    39 mins
  • Kevin Young: Learning to Pivot

    Kevin Young: Learning to Pivot
    Nov 5 2024
    Why would a credentialed NBA coach decide to become the head coach at a university he never attended? The quick answer: God works in mysterious ways. In this episode, BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Young details the pivotal moments in his life that have led him to being the coach of the Cougars. He also talks about his vision for the basketball program and why he's ready for the challenges that lie ahead.
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    41 mins
  • Brian Billick: Going All the Way

    Brian Billick: Going All the Way
    Oct 22 2024
    Most high school athletes dream of playing professional sports; few dream of coaching them. Why was new BYU Athletics Hall-of-Famer Brian Billick drawn to a career in coaching football at such a young age? In this episode, Coach Billick describes getting into coaching, working his way to the NFL, and leading the Baltimore Ravens to their first championship. He also talks about his BYU Football playing days, helping the Cougars to their first bowl game, and what his BYU Athletics Hall of Fame induction means to him.
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    41 mins