The Phog: A Kansas basketball and football podcast

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's win against Kentucky. They start by giving a headline from the game before moving into some player specific discussion. They each give two stock rising picks from the game before moving into some general discussion at the end.

(0:00) - Introduction

(3:09) - Headline #1

(6:28) - Headline #2 

(12:13) - Stock rising #1

(16:42) - Stock rising #2

(20:28) - Stock rising #3

(24:30) - Stock rising #4

(29:20) - Stock falling

(31:49) - Final thoughts

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss Kansas football's loss to UCF at home. They start by discussing KU falling short in another one score game. Then, they go through the highs and lows of the contest before giving their thoughts on the team heading into the final three games of the season. 

(0:00) - Another one score loss for KU

(8:25) - The start of the game

(19:00) - KU’s end of half clock management

(23:05) - The second half

(33:45) - Defense to end the game

(39:15) - Thoughts on the fin...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's win against Middle Tennessee. They start by giving a headline from the game before moving into some player specific discussion. They each give a stock rising and stock falling pick from the game before moving into some general discussion at the end.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:14) - Headline #1

(5:55) - Headline #2

(9:00) - Stock rising #1

(12:52) - Stock rising #2

(16:22) - Stock falling #1 

(20:26) - Stock falling #2 

(25:30) - Final thoughts on other performances

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's season opener against Fordham. They start by giving a headline from the game before moving into some player specific discussion. They each give a stock rising and stock falling pick from the game before moving into some general discussion at the end.

(0:00) - Introduction

(2:00) - Headline #1 

(6:34) - Headline #2

(12:06) - Stock rising #1 

(16:06) - Stock rising #2 

(19:55) - Stock falling #1

(24:07) - Stock falling #2

(27:47) - Final thoughts 

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter break down KU’s loss at TCU. They start by discussing the overall game and Cole Ballard starting. Then, they talk through the game and the key moments. They wrap up by giving their thoughts on what’s next for KU. 

(0:00) - Introduction and big picture thoughts

(3:29) - Cole Ballard starts at QB

(12:01) - Thoughts on the start of the game

(16:50) - End of the first half

(21:10) - KU’s key 4th down decisions

(28:30) - KU’s struggles running the ball

(35:33...

In a jam-packed episode of the Phog.net podcast, Michael Swain is joined by two guests. First, CBS Sports national college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins the show to discuss KU's play during the exhibitions. Then Melissa Triebwasser of HornedFrogBlitz.com joins the show to break down TCU ahead of Saturday's game.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:08) - Isaac Trotter joins the show

(3:54) - Tyran Stokes & Taylen Kinney stand out

(9:20) - KU’s identity is TBD

(21:50) - What’s the landscape of the Big 12?

(27:25) - Melissa Triebwasser joins the show

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU’s exhibition against Duke. They start by giving a headline from the game before moving into some player specific discussion. They each give a stock rising and stock falling pick from the game before moving into some general discussion at the end. 

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:42) - Jack Ritter headline

(6:02) - Michael Swain headline

(9:20) - Stock rising #1: Keanu Dawes

(13:26) - Stock rising #2: Tyran Stokes

(17:42) - Stock falling #1: Paul Mbiya

(19:55) - Stock falling #2: Christian Reeves

(22:40) - Thoughts on Leroy Bly...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter break down KU's win over Baylor.

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter introduce a new podcast format for basketball games. The duo will each give a headline, one player who saw their stock rise and one player who saw their stock fall. They also hit on different elements of the game. This time, the duo breaks down KU's exhibition against Louisville.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:00) - Headline: Council, White take over

(5:13) - Headline: Regular season feel

(10:40) - Stock rising: Taylen Kinney

(15:40) - Stock rising: Paul Mbiya

(19:14) - Stock falling: Leroy Blyden Jr.

(25:30) - Stock...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's loss to K-State. They start by breaking down the first half before transitioning to the overall performance in all three phases. Then, they finish by looking ahead and what's next for the team.

(0:00) - Introduction

(2:53) - KU’s fast(ish) start

(8:27) - Disastrous end to the first half

(15:18) - Offensive inconsistency

(21:50) - KU dominated in the trenches

(27:47) - KU’s defense overall

(32:08) - What’s next for KU?

(35:30) - Looking ahead to Baylor

In a jam-packed episode, Michael Swain starts off by breaking down KU's upcoming exhibitions. He shares what he'll be watching for and what to expect. Then, Tim Fitzgerald of GoPowerCat joins the show to break down the Sunflower Showdown.

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:41) - KU’s upcoming exhibitions

(6:02) - Storylines to watch during exhibitions

(12:18) - Early thoughts on the Sunflower Showdown

(17:07) - Tim Fitzgerald joins the show & thoughts on Collin Klein

(20:16) - What stood out during losses to Cincinnati and Houston

(23:37) - K-State’s defense

(27:16) - Co...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter get together to discuss KU's loss at Utah. First they go through the game and discuss the key moments. Then, they take a step back at the big picture and where things stand for KU as the midway point of the season nears.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:39) - KU’s slow start

(6:45) - Defense buckles down, offense sputters

(10:42) - KU’s offense comes to life

(18:55) - Start to the second half

(22:11) - The good and bad of the second half

(28:14) - Late game...

Michael Swain is joined by Jack Ritter and Steve Bartle on today's episode. First, Michael and Jack discuss Melvin Council Jr.'s return to KU. Then they pivot to the biggest keys for KU heading into the Utah game. After that, Steve joins the show and the two go in-depth on the Utes.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:15) - Melvin Council’s return and how much he’ll play

(6:24) - Who pairs better with Council in the backcourt

(13:57) - What stood out during football media this week?

(18:45) - Early thoughts on the Utah...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's win over Middle Tennessee. They discuss the victory's historical significance. Then, they break down the offensive performance and what stood out. After that, they pivot to the defense and discuss its dominant performance.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:42) - KU’s big day running the ball

(9:20) - Isaiah Marshall’s performance through the air

(14:40) - Kasen Carpenter injury and fallout

(19:20) - Defensive line dominates

(24:33) - Bam Crouch and the linebackers

(28:18) - Secondary’s performance

(32:12) - How the performance impacts KU’s o...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter get together to discuss the latest with Kansas basketball and Kansas football. They start by discussing Tre White's return. Then, they break down the roster and what a starting five could look like. From there, they transition to football and where things stand going into the Middle Tennessee game.

(0:00) Introduction

(1:55) Tre White returns to Kansas

(7:31) What could the starting five look like? 

(11:37) Latest with Melvin Council Jr.

(17:17) Overall thoughts on the roster

(21:04) Final thoughts on KU football’s game against ASU

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Michael Swain is joined by Jack Ritter and they break down KU's travel to London and KU's side heading into the game. Then, Chris Karpman of SunDevilSource.com joins the show to discuss Arizona State.

(0:00) Introduction

(1:55) Logistics of KU’s travel to London

(7:20) Thoughts on the offense heading into the game

(14:27) Thoughts on the defense heading into the game

(17:08) Biggest key to the game?

(19:33) Chris Karpman joins the show

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss KU's loss to Missouri. They begin with some thoughts on Isaiah Marshall's game before moving to the rest of the offense. From there, they shift their focus to the defense and what stood out. Finally, they discuss the mood around the fanbase and rivalry games.

(0:00) Overall thoughts on the game

(3:25) Isaiah Marshall’s performance

(12:00) What happened to the rest of the offense?

(16:17) Defensive line performance

(21:25) The secondary performance

(27:38) Leipold’s aggressiveness early

(29:30) Mood around the fanbase

On today's episode, Michael Swain is joined by Gabe DeArmond of PowerMizzou.com to talk about the Border War between Kansas and Missouri. First, Michael breaks down some Kansas angles. Then DeArmond joins for a closer look at Missouri.

(0:00) Intro

(0:53) Lance Leipold’s game week comments

(6:24) KU players to watch

(11:42) Gabe DeArmond joins the show

(14:15) Expectations for Missouri this season

(18:20) Thoughts on the quarterbacks

(22:45) Latest on Cayden Green and the OL

(30:25) A look at Missouri’s DL

(34:55) Impact of Marshall’s athlet...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter are live from David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium postgame. They discuss KU's season opener at length. They begin by analyzing Isaiah Marshall's first start before moving on to the rest of the offense. Then, they flip to the defensive side and discuss what they saw on that side of the ball.

(0:00) Introduction

(3:15) Isaiah Marshall’s debut

(10:05) Skill position players who stood out

(14:23) Offensive line thoughts

(19:04) Thoughts on the defensive line

(21:45) Bam Crouch and the linebackers

(24:50) What to make of the DB...

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss the latest with the football program heading into the season opener.

0:00 Intro

4:20 Isaiah Marshall named QB1

8:30 Thoughts on the two deep on offense

17:10 Thoughts on the two deep on defense

25:00 Keys to a successful opener? 

Michael Swain is joined by Henry Greenstein of the LJ World to discuss Kansas football training camp. They talk about the QB battle between Cole Ballard and Isaiah Marshall. They also hit on other key themes heading into the 2026 college football season.

0:00 Introduction

2:50 Thoughts QB battle

12:05 What was the biggest surprise during camp?

22:00 Biggest concern on defense?

24:20 Biggest non-QB concern on offense?

31:30 Biggest area of confidence on offense?

37:20 Thoughts on the specialists

43:15 Overall feeling heading into the season?

Michael Swain and Jack Ritter discuss all things Kansas football with training camp set to begin soon.

0:00 Introduction

2:45 Andy Kotelnicki's return and impact

7:05 The RB room is in a strong position

10:00 Thoughts on the OL as a whole

15:00 Where things stand with the QB competition

24:00 The most intriguing players on offense

31:35 Overall thoughts on the defense

34:10 What's the most improved position on D?

44:50 Concerns with CB and DT?

54:30 Q&A time

March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out!

(0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets

(1:00) This is the bracket preview … it’s different from yesterday

(7:00) East Region Picks & Predictions

(24:00) South Region Picks & Predictions

(37:45) West Region Picks & Predictions

(53:00) Midwest Region Picks & Predictions

(1:05:30) Who is the 12...

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Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty give their thoughts on KU's win over Oklahoma State.

Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty discuss KU's loss to K-State.

Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty break down KU's loss to Texas Tech and discuss the rest of the season for KU.

Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty break down KU's win over UCF.

Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty give their thoughts on KU's loss to Cincinnati and where the team is at.

Michael Swain and Kevin Flaherty break down KU's win over West Virginia.

Kevin Flaherty joins Michael Swain on the show and they discuss KU's loss to Missouri.

Gabe DeArmond of PowerMizzou.com joins the show to discuss Kansas at Missouri. 

Michael Swain is joined by Kevin Flaherty on today's episode. They discuss KU's win over Wagner and the upcoming KU vs. Missouri game.

Michael Swain is joined by Kevin Flaherty and they break down KU's win over Fresno State.

On today's episode, Michael Swain is joined by Kevin Flaherty. They discuss the upcoming KU football season and preview the year by going over some over/unders for team and individual production.

Michael Swain breaks down all of the storylines coming out of Big 12 Media Days.

Michael Swain is joined by Kevin Flaherty for this episode. They break down the latest news and notes from the recruiting trail.

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