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Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports Podcast

Pete Mundo
Big 12 Conference
Big 12
Texas Tech
BYU
College Football Playoff
Arizona Wildcats
Houston Cougars
Kansas Jayhawks
Arizona
NCAA Tournament
SEC
Houston
Kansas State Wildcats
Iowa State
Iowa State Cyclones
TCU Horned Frogs
UCF Knights
Big Ten
BYU Cougars
Notre Dame

Heartland College Sports is your go-to podcast for independent Big 12 coverage. We break down college football, college basketball, realignment, and the biggest stories impacting the Big 12 — without the national media bias. New episodes every weekday.Part of HeartlandCollegeSports.com.

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Latest Episodes

The pressure is building on Deion Sanders at Colorado as the Buffaloes continue to struggle, but Coach Prime isn't the only major Big 12 storyline heading into Week 9. On this week's Heartland College Sports Winners & Losers, Pete Mundo breaks down w... more

Week 9 could eliminate several Big 12 contenders as the race for the conference championship heats up. Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo breaks down and predicts every Big 12 game in Week 9, including No. 6 Utah's huge road test at Cincinnati, No.... more

Pat McAfee is not happy with Utah or its fans after the latest drama surrounding College GameDay — but is this whole controversy getting completely out of hand? Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo reacts to McAfee's comments about Utah fans, the vid... more

Week 8 completely flipped the Big 12 Power Rankings after one of the wildest Saturdays of the 2026 college football season. BYU and Texas Tech both suffered their first losses, Utah remained undefeated, Arizona continued its surge, and several teams ... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Brando
FOX Sports broadcaster covering Big 12; guest on Heartland College Sports interview
FOX Sports
Episode: Tim Brando: The Big 12 is Even CRAZIER Than We Thought | Heartland College Sports Interview
Jimmy Rogers
Analyst featured on the show (SiHawk segment teased)
Episode: Can the Big 12 SWEEP the SEC?! | Full Week 2 College Football Predictions & Preview
Chip Patterson
CBS Sports analyst, covers college football
CBS Sports
Episode: The Big 12's Top Tier is NOT Just Texas Tech | CBS Sports' Chip Patterson Interview
Johnny Avello
Director of Race and Sportsbook Operations at DraftKings
DraftKings
Episode: What the Betting Odds REALLY Say About the Big 12 in 2026
Brett Ciancia
Founder of Pick Six Previews
Pick Six Previews
Episode: Why NOBODY Can Predict the Big 12 Conference in 2026 | Pick Six Previews
Kurt Cignetti
Indiana head coach
Indiana University
Episode: The Big 12 and Big Ten Fight Back vs. the SEC and ESPN
Rob Shuey
1981 Oklahoma State University graduate with 40+ years at IBP and Tyson Foods
IBP, Tyson Foods
Episode: The Big 12's Most Overlooked Competition | Rob Shuey Interview
Ari Temkin
Analyst/host of Big 12 today
TuneIn / Big 12 Today
Episode: Are Cracks Showing in the 16-Team Big 12? | Ari Temkin Interview
Heather Denich
ESPN college football writer and analyst
ESPN
Episode: The SEC Wants Out of the NCAA... And It's Blaming the Big 12

Host

Pete Mundo
Host of Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • STOP “YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE” PODCAST RECOMMENDATIONS PETE!!!!!

    More and more podcasts are adding this incredibly inconsiderate and annoying feature that adds a bunch of unsubscribed podcasts to my feed which messes up podcast playlists I carefully selected and curated. It makes my feed a mess, and I’m unsubscribing from any podcasts that causes Oprah to autoplay.

    Stop this nonsense and I’ll give it 5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mattavitch
    United States8 months ago
  • New to the Big 12

    So I kept the title but I’ve totally changed my review. I came into the Big 12 with one of the Pac 12 teams and this was my first introduction to football in the Big 12. My initial review was five stars because I was learning a lot of things but over the year since I left that review, he’s just driven me absolutely bonkers with his whining. Maybe it’s just the Pac 12 and me where I just could care less about any other conference and what they’re doing and what they’re not sure maybe that’s why I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cageyjames
    United States10 months ago
  • Pete’s growing old

    Pete made a big deal over a nothing burger. Coach Jimmy Rogers drops an accidental fbomb and Pete thinks he is the worst person in the world. Pete getting like Finebaum, annoying

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Loyal son in Iowa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bonus “You Might Also Like…” pods

    Love the pod, but why are bonus “you might also like” podcasts that have nothing to do with the Big 12 or my interests showing up in the episode list? Don’t think it’s a setting issue on my phone. Hopefully you didn’t sell out for advertising revenue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WVUBAKE
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesomeness

    Great job Pete. Wonderful show as usual. How do I get another HCS koozie?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G$ Cracker
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests appreciate direct, insider insight into Big 12 dynamics.
Some listeners push back on political commentary and prefer focus on football and branding.
Episodes are seen as passionate, with strong takes and long-term conference coverage.

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#71
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Apple Podcasts
#226
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Apple Podcasts
#229
China/Sports/Football

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Big 12 Power Rankings: The MOST Controversial YET?! Plus Mailbag Q&A
Q: Based on how well the Big 12 is doing this year, do you think we will be rated by the SEC or the Big Ten in the next transfer portal window?
Mundo expects players to receive offers from SEC and Big Ten programs, but says players may choose to stay in the Big 12 if they trust their coaches and development and value continuity over a moderate pay increase.
Big 12 Power Rankings: The MOST Controversial YET?! Plus Mailbag Q&A
Q: Do you think BYU's win gets us two teams into the Big 12 Playoff?
Mundo thinks the Big 12 is well positioned to get two playoff teams because of its schedule, with BYU's favorable remaining stretch and Texas Tech's path also relevant. He says the outcome depends on records, tiebreakers and other teams' results.
Big 12 Power Rankings Prove the League is the DEEPEST Ever?! | Mailbag Q&A
Q: Who would the host pick as the top quarterback in the Big 12 this season and in what order?
The host listed multiple contenders with Mesta Maker first, followed by Noah Fafita, Michael Hawkins, and Devin Dampeer, with caveats about system fit and potential changes if players switch roles or teams adjust their strategies.
Big 12 Power Rankings Prove the League is the DEEPEST Ever?! | Mailbag Q&A
Q: How important is the BYU vs Notre Dame game for the Big 12's credibility and playoff chances?
Extremely important; the game acts as a litmus test for the conference's non-conference strength and overall resume, with a Notre Dame win boosting BYU's and the conference's playoff case and a BYU win potentially signaling a path for multiple top teams from the Big 12.
Big 12 Power Rankings Prove the League is the DEEPEST Ever?! | Mailbag Q&A
Q: What is the scenario for two Big 12 teams making the playoff if BYU beats Notre Dame but loses to Utah?
It hinges on Utah beating BYU in the Big 12 title game and Oklahoma State winning the championship; in such a setup BYU could still be favored due to Notre Dame credit, but Utah's head-to-head with BYU and BYU's Notre Dame win would heavily influence the at-large calculus, making two teams unlikely unless extraordinary outcomes align.

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A Big 12–focused show that delivers day-to-day analysis of conference realignment, coaching moves, scheduling, and media narratives. Episodes frequently feature industry guests—from head coaches to analysts and industry veterans—providing insider perspectives on team performance, branding, and governance within the league. The host maintains a distinct emphasis on independent coverage with a candid, fan-driven vibe, often challenging national narratives and spotlighting the Big 12 across football and basketball seasons. Noteworthy is the show's consistent gatekeeping against perceived national bias and its emphasis on practical implications for fans, sponsors, and potential guests seeking direct access to conference-level insights.

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2. Jimmy Rogers
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