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This is the official podcast of Iowa State Athletics.

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Jack Janikowski is a defensive end on the Iowa State football team. His mother, Heather, died of breast cancer in 2022, and Jack helped create the Heather Janikowski Foundation, which raises money to help families battling cancer. John Walters visits... more

New Iowa State Cornerbacks Coach Mike Banks visits with John Walters. Mike was with Jimmy Rogers at South Dakota State and Washington State. He's a former four-year starter for Illinois State.

Keith Heckendorf, Iowa State's Quarterbacks Coach visits with John Walters about his expectations for ISU's quarterbacks, including Jaylen Raynor who transferred from Arkansas State where Heckendorf was his Offensive Coordinator.

New Iowa State Defensive Line Coach, Jalon Bibbs, visits with John Walters. Bibbs came with Jimmy Rogers from Washington State where his twelve defensive linemen combined for 25.5 sacks last season.

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Recent Guests

Jack Janikowski
Redshirt Junior defensive end at Iowa State
Iowa State University Athletics
Episode: Ep 346 - Jack Janikowski
Mike Banks
Iowa State cornerbacks coach
Iowa State University
Episode: Ep 345 - Cornerbacks Coach Mike Banks
Ricky Ciccone
General Manager for football at Iowa State
Iowa State Athletics
Episode: Ep 342 - Ricky Ciccone
Lisa Greiner Connelly
Former Cyclone Women's Basketball star
Iowa State Women's Basketball
Episode: Ep 341 - Lisa Greiner Connelly
Tyler Roehl
Iowa State's new offensive coordinator
Iowa State Athletics
Episode: Ep 339 - OC Tyler Roehl
Jimmy Rogers
Head football coach at Iowa State
Iowa State Athletics
Episode: Ep 338 - Jimmy Rogers
Jake Landry
New running backs coach at Iowa State, previously offensive coordinator at North Dakota State
Iowa State Athletics
Episode: Ep 324 - Jake Landry
Jayrone Elliott
Director of Student Athlete Development at Iowa State and former NFL player.
Iowa State Athletics
Episode: Ep 323 - Jayrone Elliott
AJ Klein
Former Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year and NFL linebacker
Iowa State Athletics Hall of Fame
Episode: Ep 321 - AJ Klein

Host

John Walters
Host of CyCast, affiliated with Iowa State Athletics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Content good, Sound bad

    Content and interviews are outstanding. Way more interesting and informative than some commercial podcasts. I look forward to each podcast, especially for people and subjects I’m not familiar with.

    But sadly, production values are only fair to poor. Sound is often too tinny and echoing to be pleasant to listen to, or even for understanding what is being said! Today’s technology is much better than what is being used to produce these outstanding podcasts. But thanks for doing these. I’ll continu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dusty Mytah
    United States2 years ago
  • Out of State Cyclone

    Cycast is an Excellent resource for out of state Cyclone Fans to hear inside and behind the scene Cyclone Athletics information. I've been away from Iowa for 20+ years and never felt a stronger bond. I met & chatted with Tom K on two recent visits and he is a great asset.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    7th old girl
    United States8 years ago

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Fans value access to athletic staff perspectives and behind-the-scenes context for ISU teams.
Some critique production quality and audio balance, noting tinny or echoing sound.
Listeners praise the depth of coaching insight and practical takeaways for team management.

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Talking Points

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Ep 345 - Cornerbacks Coach Mike Banks
Q: One of the things I've heard you say is, if it is to be, it's up to me. Explain what that's all about.
Banks explains that this mindset comes from his high school coach's philosophy about taking ownership of opportunities and carrying the weight of responsibility for the team's success, pushing players to be proactive and accountable.
Ep 342 - Ricky Ciccone
Q: What are the differences between working with a high school recruit and working with a transfer?
Ciccone explains that transfers involve quicker evaluations and due diligence regarding their background, while high school recruitment focuses on building relationships over a longer process.
Ep 342 - Ricky Ciccone
Q: What will be the process for you of working hand in hand with the staff to identify the right kind of guys going forward for Iowa State?
Ciccone emphasizes the importance of fit, character, and motivation in recruits, aiming to build genuine relationships and focusing on high school recruitment.
Ep 342 - Ricky Ciccone
Q: What do you think makes Coach Rogers tick? What makes him go?
Ciccone describes Coach Rogers as highly competitive, bright, and effective in connecting with players, emphasizing his player-driven coaching philosophy.
Ep 341 - Lisa Greiner Connelly
Q: What are your memories of that win at Oklahoma State your senior year, which I believe is the biggest comeback in Iowa State history?
Lisa described it as a game of extremes, recalling how they initially struggled but turned the game around with strong defense and better shooting in the second half to win in overtime.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CyCast

What is CyCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sports-focused show that prioritizes behind-the-scenes football and athletics coverage at a major university. Episodes frequently center on coaching philosophies, player development, roster construction, and game prep, often featuring Iowa State coaches and athletic staff discussing culture, leadership, and performance. The conversations tend to blend technical football insights with personal stories and relationship-building within teams, offering listeners practical takeaways for team management, recruitment, and athletic program strategy. A standout trait is the consistent emphasis on relationships, accountability, and community, which helps listeners gauge the program's identity and potential for success. The format appears well-suite... more

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1. Jack Janikowski
2. Mike Banks
3. Ricky Ciccone
4. Lisa Greiner Connelly
5. Tyler Roehl
6. Jimmy Rogers
7. Jake Landry
8. Jayrone Elliott

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