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Hot Mic with Dom Izzo

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"Hot Mic with Dom Izzo" brings you the best sports talk in the Red River Valley. Izzo will visit with the biggest news makers from around the area, focusing on all levels of sports. Izzo is the longest tenured sportscaster in the region, and will bring the listener to the game in a way that no one else can!

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Guests include:

Jon Ammerman, Moorhead hockey head coach; Carlton Lance, Bryce's Dad; Sam Goetzinger, WDAY Sports and ;Jory Collins, NDSU women's basketball head coach

Guest Include:

- Drew Trafton, Forum Content Director - Taye Reich, 2027 Minnesota Football Commit - Brandon Marcello, CBS Sports College Football Writer

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Guests include: Mike McFeely, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead Columnist; Dave Richman, NDSU men's basketball head coach and; Michael Bergstrom, Ray boys basketball head coach

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Guest Include:

- Sam Herder, HERO Sports - Jeff Kolpack, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead - Eric Amoako, NDSU new CB coach

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Recent Guests

Brandon Marcello
National college football writer for CBS Sports.
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Episode: 2/25/2026: Drew Trafton, Taye Reich, and Brandon Marcello
Michael Bergstrom
Head coach of the Ray Jays boys' basketball team
Ray Jays
Episode: 2/24/2026: Mike McFeely, Dave Richman and Michael Bergstrom
Randy Misegades
Head Coach of the Henning High School boys basketball team
Henning High School
Episode: 2/20/2026: John Sullivan, Brad Schlossman and Randy Misegades
John Sullivan
Associate Commissioner of the Mountain West Conference
Mountain West Conference
Episode: 2/20/2026: John Sullivan, Brad Schlossman and Randy Misegades
Nathan Hoots
Head coach of the Maple River Girls basketball team.
Maple River High School
Episode: 2/18/2026: Drew Trafton, Nathan Hoots, and Kyle Cummings
Bill Curl
Father of Britta Curl, U.S. Women's Hockey Team player
Episode: 2/12/2025: Bill Curl, Sam Goetzinger and Jory Collins
Jason Brend
Thompson girls basketball coach, discussing the success of his team
Thompson High School
Episode: 2/11/2026: Drew Trafton, Jason Brend and Grant Olson
Gloria Nevarez
Commissioner of the Mountain West Conference
Mountain West Conference
Episode: 2/10/2026: Mike McFeely, Dave Richman, and Gloria Nevarez
Lynda Payton
Mother of Cole Payton, discussing his experience in the Senior Bowl.
Episode: 1/30/2026: Morgan Milbrath, Lynda Payton, and Dom's Dad

Host

Dom Izzo
The primary host and longest tenured sportscaster in the region, known for his in-depth sports analysis and ability to connect with local audiences.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • The best local sports show, period. BUT… it often gets political

    This pod is essential if you follow NDSU sports. He often asks questions that would not be allowed on NDSU radio (Bison 1660). Routinely gets excellent guests, and offers air time to a lot of sports and stories that don’t get attention (high school sports etc). I listen to this show almost every single day.

    My one gripe is that his comments during the pandemic were certifiably unhinged and deliberately dishonest. I followed him because of how good his coverage is (and it is) and that he was lit... more

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    4
    Fassett12
    United States2 years ago
  • Too much partisan yelling

    Used to love Dom but then he started yelling for hours about masks...”if we would just wear masks, we could have a season”.....well now look at Europe who supposedly did it so much better than we did. Too political for me, if I want that there are hundreds of political pods

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SU Gully
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of sports coverage and the quality of guests featured, often noting the connection to local high school and college sports as a major plus.
Overall, the engaging style of the host and the informative discussion about local teams creates a solid reputation for quality sports talk.
Some feedback highlights concerns over the increasing political commentary, which some fans feel detracts from the sports focus.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2/24/2026: Mike McFeely, Dave Richman and Michael Bergstrom
Q: When did you get a sense like, okay, we have a team that might be pretty good?
We felt we had some really good players and knew we were in a good position during the recruitment and practice.
2/24/2026: Mike McFeely, Dave Richman and Michael Bergstrom
Q: Can the Bison, if they win it, if they stumble and then do not win the Summit League Championship, do they get an at-large bid?
They have to beat South Dakota State to have a chance at an at-large bid.
2/16/2026: Sam Herder and Jeff Kolpack
Q: What are the potential benefits for NDSU now moving to the Mountain West?
Moving to the Mountain West could provide NDSU with increased exposure, better competition, and potentially higher revenues from media rights and ticket sales by attracting more fans due to stronger matchups.
2/16/2026: Sam Herder and Jeff Kolpack
Q: What are the financial implications for Sacramento State entering the FBS?
Sacramento State is incurring substantial costs, totaling $23 million, to join the FBS, including both an entry fee and a transition fee. This amount significantly exceeds what previous teams like NDSU paid for entry into their respective conferences.
1/28/2026: Drew Trafton and Paul Sather
Q: What has happened here over the last few weeks that's turned the tide around for your team?
Paul Sather talks about staying consistent and having players make winning plays, emphasizing the importance of a good routine and managing adversity.

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

Proceeding through a diverse range of sports topics, the content focuses significantly on local high school and college athletics, especially in the context of North Dakota and surrounding regions. Recurring conversations include playoff updates, coaching changes, athlete signings, and memorable games, often featuring interviews with players, coaches, and local sports analysts. The discussions not only highlight game outcomes but also the personal journeys of athletes, enhancing the audience's connection with local sports culture. Unique to this show is its ability to blend serious sports analysis with humor and community engagement, making it a vital resource for local sports fans.

Listeners can expect in-depth coverage of football, baske... more

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Recent guests on Hot Mic include:

1. Brandon Marcello
2. Michael Bergstrom
3. Randy Misegades
4. John Sullivan
5. Nathan Hoots
6. Bill Curl
7. Jason Brend
8. Gloria Nevarez

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