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Austin & Birm

97.1 The Fan
Ohio State University
Ohio State Buckeyes
Jeremiah Smith
Recruiting
Texas
Arthur Smith
Ryan Day
Ohio State
Texas Longhorns
Matt Patricia
Columbus
Offensive Line
Julian Sayin
NIL
Big Ten Conference
Football
Kenyatta Jackson
NFL Draft
James Laurinaitis
Brandon Inniss

Austin Ward and Jeremy Birmingham live and breathe the Scarlet and Gray. As trusted insiders on the Ohio State beat, they bring unmatched access and perspective from inside the Woody Hayes Athletic Center to the Horseshoe and beyond. If it’s happening in Buckeye Nation, they’re on it.

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Ohio State and Illinois are set to open the Big Ten slate on Satuday at Ohio Stadium and the Buckeyes are coming into the game looking for an explosive and angry ground attack against the Illini. The Pregame Keys breaks down the availability report a... more

Ohio State and Illinois are meeting once more for a chance to hoist the Illibuck and if the Buckeyes are going to win on Saturday it's a game that could hinge on the ability of Bo Jackson and the Ohio State running attack, a unit that's been maligned... more

It's Friday on The Beat and that means The Austin & Birm Show is answering your questions. Want to have the guys answer your Ohio State questions? Send in your thoughts to TheAustinandBirmShow@gmail.com. Business Inquiries: rick.rogala@10tv.com

Ohio State football is entering the next phase of its 2026 schedule with a Big Ten conference play opener against Illinois on Saturday. In the latest Three Thoughts Thursday, The Austin & Birm Show are talking about what's gone right, what's been les... more

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Recent Guests

Payton Pierce
A Buckeye team captain interviewed on the postgame press conference
Ohio State Buckeyes
Episode: Snap Judgments: Ohio State looking for ways to move on, fix issues that cost Buckeyes at Texas
Julian Sayin
Buckeyes player contributing to the discussion
Ohio State Buckeyes
Episode: Snap Judgments: Ohio State looking for ways to move on, fix issues that cost Buckeyes at Texas
Jeremiah Smith
Ohio State football player featured in the KeyBank segment
Ohio State University
Episode: Snap Judgments: Ohio State outlines special teams plans, Buckeyes done talking, ready to play
Nicole Cox
Guest on the live show panel
OSU football coverage
Episode: The Live Show at Roosters: Ohio State captains, scrimmage talk with training camp in rearview
Justin Zwick
Guest on the live show panel
Former Ohio State quarterback
Episode: The Live Show at Roosters: Ohio State captains, scrimmage talk with training camp in rearview
Bobby Carpenter
Guest on the live show panel
Former OSU linebacker, broadcaster
Episode: The Live Show at Roosters: Ohio State captains, scrimmage talk with training camp in rearview
Bennett Christian
Ohio State defensive lineman, discussed timing of questions and commitment
Ohio State University
Episode: Snap Judgments: Isaiah West, Beau Atkinson highlight Ohio State post-practice discussion
Isaiah West
Ohio State running back, coming off shoulder injury and return-to-form discussions
Ohio State University
Episode: Snap Judgments: Isaiah West, Beau Atkinson highlight Ohio State post-practice discussion
Beau Atkinson
Ohio State defensive end, noted for improvement and leadership
Ohio State University
Episode: Snap Judgments: Isaiah West, Beau Atkinson highlight Ohio State post-practice discussion

Hosts

Austin Ward
Host of The Beat and Buckeye insider with OSU beat reporting background
Jeremy Birmingham
Co-host and Buckeye insider, on-air talent with OSU beat coverage
Adam King
Host of The Beat (as introduced in episodes)

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • Great Pod

    Not a fan of Tuesdays w/ Adam King but the love the daily content and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daily_Listener
    United Statesa month ago
  • Safe space

    Just 2 gay dudes analyzing OSU football.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeEye21
    United States2 months ago
  • Best OSU Podcast

    love the pod, best one out there by far for tOSU. BUT, please stop with the “in a world” schtick….sooooo overdone at this point lol

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    noahroebuck
    United States2 months ago
  • Personal opinion

    Use to be my favorite show but now it feels like a spot for self advertisement. Sorry just the way I feel probably not important but I definitely have changed my podcasts .

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NC Buck
    United States7 months ago
  • Radical Ad

    This broadcast is brought to you by an ad for Jasmine Crockett. They have no standard in terms of the ads that they will run, so I have no interest in continuing to listen to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    massbuck
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans praise Birm as the strongest voice on OSU recruiting, while others miss the earlier co-host balance.
Listeners value insider access and in-depth OSU expertise, but some feel ads or sponsor mentions overpower content.
Overall, the show is regarded as a top source for Buckeye coverage with occasional criticism about bias or ad-heavy episodes.

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#200
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Beat: Ohio State mailbag questions on tight end usage, defensive line rotation and much more
Q: Will there be more rotation on the defensive line to keep players fresh?
Yes, they expect increased rotation with six defensive ends capable of contributing, aiming to maintain high performance across a 16-game season.
The Beat: Ohio State mailbag questions on tight end usage, defensive line rotation and much more
Q: Could we see less 13 personnel during the year and more 11 or 12 in the Ohio State offense?
The hosts discuss that 12 personnel could be feasible if tight ends are strong blockers, while 13 personnel may reduce as the year progresses if blocking and versatility improve.
The Beat: Feisty, chippy Ohio State closes training camp ready to start season strong
Q: What actually changes on the practice field as you move from camp to game prep?
Practices become more detailed and position-specific, with a shift toward game planning, opponent tendencies, and more targeted scout work, while the pace and format separate offense and defense to simulate real game situations.
Snap Judgments: Isaiah West, Beau Atkinson highlight Ohio State post-practice discussion
Q: What does that mean for the overall roster when you see a group of guys like this talking about their development?
The hosts suggest that the team is building resilience and leadership through multiple players contributing in different roles, rather than relying on a single star, and that development over the next weeks will crystallize who steps up as starters.
The Beat: How Arthur Smith is already impacting Ohio State early in Buckeyes 2026 training camp
Q: What is Arthur Smith's biggest wake-up call for Ryan Day and what outside perspective is he bringing to the staff?
The guests discuss that Smith's outside perspective could tighten play calling in the red zone and push discipline in situational football, potentially changing how they leverage star players and the tight end group.

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A sharp, insider-filled Buckeye-focused show that blends on-the-ground OSU football analysis with recruiting, NIL, and program politics. Hosts trade bold takes on roster decisions, coaching moves, and the evolving landscape of college football, often weaving in personal anecdotes from live events and sponsor reads. Noteworthy is the mix of deep program knowledge, candid banter, and a willingness to tackle both short-term season specifics and long-term program strategy, making it appealing to fans who want actionable insight and inside-the-ropes context without relying on traditional media narratives.

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2. Julian Sayin
3. Jeremiah Smith
4. Nicole Cox
5. Justin Zwick
6. Bobby Carpenter
7. Bennett Christian
8. Isaiah West

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