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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
Kansas Jayhawks
Iowa State
Houston Cougars
Kansas State
Cincinnati
Houston
Arizona Wildcats
Oklahoma State
Arizona
Big 12 Football
Arizona State
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Iowa State Cyclones
West Virginia
SEC

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 betting markets are starting to paint a fascinating picture of the 2026 Big 12 football season.

DraftKings Sportsbook Director Johnny Avello joins Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo to break down the latest Big 12 odds, including conference ch... more

Joey McGuire says Texas Tech is embracing its role as one of the most hated teams in college football — and that might be exactly what the Big 12 needs.

In this week’s Heartland College Sports LIVE Mailbag, Pete Mundo explains why the Red Raiders be... more

When will each BIG 12 football team LOSE its first game of the 2026 college football season?!

Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo predicts the FIRST loss for all 16 Big 12 teams, with an in-depth explanation as to why every team is poised to drop a... more

In this week's episode of Winners & Losers, Heartland College Sports' Pete Mundo runs down his list of 3 winners and 3 losers from the last week in the Big 12 Conference.

From the preseason college football coaches poll to scheduling conflicts, one ... more

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Recent Guests

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
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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
Jim Phillips
ACC Commissioner
Atlantic Coast Conference
Episode: Cody Campbell's Questionable Political Donation Highlights Weekly Big 12 Winners & Losers
Sean Dillon
Guest, Rockin Pre Game Show host; Texas Tech media figure
Rockin Pre Game Show
Episode: The Reporter Behind Big 12 Media Days' Most Viral Moment Tells the Full Story
David Smoak
Collegiate sports analyst from 365Sports
365Sports
Episode: Does the Big 12 Conference NEED a Villain?! | David Smoak 365Sports Interview
Peyton Schumann
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Episode: Inside West Texas: Ranching, Yellowstone, Landman & The Cattle Industry Today

Host

Pete Mundo
Host of Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports Podcast; provides independent Big 12 coverage.

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 States6 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 States7 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 States8 months 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 States8 months ago
  • Awesomeness

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G$ Cracker
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners appreciate deep dives into scheduling, media rights, and realignment discussions.
Positive coverage of Big 12 focus and strong host perspectives make it a reliable conference resource.
Some feedback highlights audience engagement and value of honest, non-national-media analysis.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Big 12's Most Overlooked Competition | Rob Shuey Interview
Q: Rob, when we talk about agriculture in the Big 12, do fans understand how tied they are to ranching and livestock industries?
Universities in the Big 12 states are often major economic drivers in agriculture, and while urban areas may know less, there is a need for broad public education about what producers do, how animals are cared for, and the role of ag in communities.
The Big 12's Most Overlooked Competition | Rob Shuey Interview
Q: Rob, welcome to the show. What do meat and livestock judging teams do at the collegiate level?
Judging teams evaluate classes of animals or meat pieces to determine rankings, then compare their placements to officials' results, integrating this with broader skill development useful in careers, such as communication and time management.
Why NOBODY Can Predict the Big 12 Conference in 2026 | Pick Six Previews
Q: Looking at the Big 12, Brett, what is your top story line going into this season?
Tech is positioned as the team to beat at the top, with a deep understanding that the conference features a logjam in the middle and several teams capable of rising, especially Texas Tech and BYU.
The SEC Wants Out of the NCAA... And It's Blaming the Big 12
Q: Heather, what are you hearing about whether or not it's realistic for the SEC to break away from the NCAA in the near future?
Heather says it is very real and has been discussed for months among SEC presidents and chancellors, exploring self-governance if federal legislation does not pass, with ongoing conversations about the implications and potential antitrust protections.
Are Cracks Showing in the 16-Team Big 12? | Ari Temkin Interview
Q: Which coaches stood out to you at Media Days and why might they be pivotal this season?
Coaches like Morgan Scali, Colin Klein, and Eric Morris were highlighted for their fresh approaches and potential to drive immediate impact, with defensive foundations and offensive creativity being key indicators.

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A weekday-focused, Big 12–centric show delivers deep dives into football and basketball along with realignment chatter and media dynamics. It leans into strong opinions, data-driven takes, and fan interaction to break down team performances, conference politics, and market strategies around the Big 12, often highlighting scheduling, broadcasting rights, and NIL implications. The host's candid, energetic style stands out, offering a plain-spoken, independent perspective with a clear focus on the conference's stories and its member programs.

Noteworthy pieces include a willingness to challenge perceived media narratives, a frequent emphasis on scheduling and TV rights, and a hands-on, listener-involved format (live mailbags, chats, and audien... more

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