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Austin & Birm

97.1 The Fan
Ohio State University
Ohio State Buckeyes
Ohio State
Ohio State Football
Transfer Portal
Recruiting
Ryan Day
Matt Patricia
Arthur Smith
Jeremiah Smith
Big Ten Conference
Spring Practice
Spring Football
Big Ten
Offensive Line
Julian Sayin
College Football Playoff
James Laurinaitis
NFL Draft
Football

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 head coach Ryan Day met with the media following Saturday's Buckeyes practice and gave his thoughts of a number of wide-ranging topics. After that press conference, The Austin & Birm Show had their snap judgments on what Day said.

It's Friday so The Austin & Birm Show are opening up the mailbag and answering viewer questions about all things Ohio State as the Buckeyes work to the end of their first full week of training camp. Get your question answered by submitting your thoug... more

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Ohio State defensive coordinator Matt Patricia and a trio of first-year Buckeyes met with the media following the Buckeyes seventh practice of training camp 2026. Following the interview periods, The Austin & Birm Show provided their takeaways from a... more

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It's Thursday on The Beat and that means The Austin & Birm Show are thinking all kinds of thoughts about Ohio State football. With Matt Patricia and three defensive transfers set to speak to the media on Thursday morning, the guys are breaking down t... more

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Recent Guests

Elijah Newman-Hall
Ohio State 2028 running back commitment
Ohio State University
Episode: Talking Stuff: Ohio State commitment Elijah Newman-Hall on reclassifying, recruiting and Buckeyes
Jaylen McClain
OSU player mentioned at media day
Ohio State University
Episode: Snap Judgments: Ohio State wraps up Big Ten Media Days in Chicago, what we learned about Buckeyes
Payton Pierce
Ohio State linebacker, guest on the episode
Ohio State University
Episode: The Beat: Ohio State linebacker Payton Pierce aiming for elite status for himself, Buckeyes
Karlos May
Four-star defensive tackle, Ohio State commit
Ohio State University (commitment)
Episode: Karlos May: Latest Ohio State commitment discussed why Buckeyes were the right choice for him
Marcus Fakatou
Ohio State's 2027 five-star defensive lineman
Ohio State University
Episode: Talking Stuff: Marcus Fakatou finds his home at Ohio State, talks Buckeyes commitment
Carson Hinzman
Ohio State Center, team leader
Ohio State Buckeyes / Ohio State Football
Episode: The Beat: Ohio State center Carson Hinzman talks off-season head of final Buckeyes season
Parris Campbell
Former Ohio State wide receiver, guest on episode
Free agent (NFL) / OSU alumni
Episode: The Beat: Parris Campbell talks post-NFL life as he considers putting on whistle, becoming a coach
Jake Diebler
Ohio State basketball coach
Ohio State University
Episode: The Beat: Ohio State coach Jake Diebler talks Buckeyes basketball roster, goals, off-season and more
Kevin Ries
Director of Football Equipment Services, Ohio State
Ohio State University
Episode: The Beat: Ohio State EQ behind the scenes as Buckeyes update look for 2026 and beyond

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 187 ratings
  • 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 States6 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 States6 months ago
  • Best in the Biz

    Adam King is not a voice that carries any credibility with OSU football. He’s the only weak-link on this podcast. As a true recruiting junkie, I can confidently say Birm is the best in the business, when it comes to OSU recruiting Info, and it’s not even close.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bad for business 1
    United States7 months ago
  • Pretty good!

    Pretty good podcast, except for the episodes with TV’s Adam King. They should bring back Landis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ac144701
    United States7 months ago
  • Birm

    5 star Love Birm. Austin, eeh.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MikeBucks4Life7!
    United States9 months ago

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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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Talking Points

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The Beat: Ohio State representatives at Big Ten Media Days talk offseason, new teammates and more
Q: How has Julian Sayin's role evolved since last season?
Sayin explains the transition to starter and the surrounding support, noting the growth from experience and the team's plans to build consistency with a new receiving corps.
The Beat: Ohio State linebacker Payton Pierce aiming for elite status for himself, Buckeyes
Q: What does being the best linebacker look like in practice for you?
He describes leadership in the defense, leading by example on every play, and the desire to be an alpha who inspires teammates through effort and performance.
The Beat: Ohio State linebacker Payton Pierce aiming for elite status for himself, Buckeyes
Q: How close do you think you are to that goal?
Pierce asserts that the goal is very reachable and emphasizes taking it day by day, focusing on being the best linebacker he can be today and tomorrow, with a broader aim of winning championships.
The Beat: How Brandon Inniss is finding new drive, working to silence skeptics for Ohio State
Q: What is it that you can specifically get done that you haven't yet?
Inniss emphasizes goals like reaching 1,000 receiving yards and building on his chemistry with Julian, while also focusing on maximizing opportunities and continuing to improve in spring and summer workouts.
Karlos May: Latest Ohio State commitment discussed why Buckeyes were the right choice for him
Q: What role do you see yourself playing on the defense, and how will you develop in the staff's plan?
He envisions versatility across three techniques and aims to develop his body and motor to fit any role the staff needs, following a detailed growth plan laid out by Coach Patricia, Coach Johnson, and the rest of the defensive staff.

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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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Recent guests on Austin & Birm include:

1. Elijah Newman-Hall
2. Jaylen McClain
3. Payton Pierce
4. Karlos May
5. Marcus Fakatou
6. Carson Hinzman
7. Parris Campbell
8. Jake Diebler

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