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Prater & The Ballgame

Cumulus Media Boise
Boise State University
Boise State
Pac-12
Boise State Broncos
NFL Draft
Mountain West Conference
NCAA Tournament
Boise
Basketball
Pac-12 Conference
Spring Football
World Cup
Mountain West
National Football League
Taylen Green
Spencer Danielson
Blue Turf
Leon Rice
Boise State Athletics
College Football Playoff

Mike Prater and Johnny "Ballgame'' Mallory host Idaho Sports Talk - the longest-running sports talk show in Idaho.

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Latest Episodes

Former Boise State football All-American and Seattle Seahawks draft pick Larry Polowski joins the show in-studio for all three hours, celebrating 42 years of Idaho Sports Talk. Polowski, the inspiration and co-host behind IST in 1985, shares the stor... more

BRONCO FOCUS EVERY MONDAY-THURSDAY AT 3:45 P.M.: Bob Behler, the voice of Boise State athletics, joins Prater and Ballgame to share a few nuggets from Boise State Media Day on Wednesday. What does Sire Gaines think about the Broncos having two 1,000-... more

Boise State football conducted Media Day on Wednesday inside Albertsons Stadium - and we share exclusive interviews with team leaders Maddux Madsen and Jayden Virgin-Morgan (with Prater and Ballgame) and head coach Spencer Danielson (Bob in Bronco Fo... more

Boise State senior quarterback Maddux Madsen joins Prater and Ballgame for an exclusive conversation from Media Day at Albertsons Stadium. He's helped the Broncos to win three conference championships, but he hasn't won over the fan base. How can tha... more

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Recent Guests

Riley O'Brien
Major League Baseball pitcher; All-Star for the St. Louis Cardinals; College of Idaho alum
St. Louis Cardinals
Episode: RILEY O'BRIEN DISCUSSES HIS JOURNEY FROM COLLEGE OF IDAHO TO MLB ALL-STAR
Phil Steele
College football analyst
PhilSteele.com
Episode: PRATER AND THE BALLGAME, JULY 17: SPAIN-ARGENTINA PREVIEW, HALFTIME SHOWS, BASEBALL WITH BOB, COLLEGE FOOTBALL PREVIEW, RILEY O'BRIEN, FRIDAY FIVE, MAJOR SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT
Thomas Harding
Rockies insider for mlb.com and Rockies coverage for KOA
mlb.com, KOA Denver
Episode: PRATER AND THE BALLGAME, JULY 16: GABRIEL HUGHES CHECK-IN, SPORTS DOCUMENTARIES, HOME REPAIRS, BOISE STATE FOOTBALL PASS RUSH, PAC 12 HOT TOPICS
Gloria Navárez
Commissioner of the Mountain West
Mountain West Conference
Episode: PRATER AND THE BALLGAME, JULY 16: GABRIEL HUGHES CHECK-IN, SPORTS DOCUMENTARIES, HOME REPAIRS, BOISE STATE FOOTBALL PASS RUSH, PAC 12 HOT TOPICS
Lyle Centinich
Former Boise State football coach (1983-1986)
Boise State University
Episode: PRATER AND THE BALLGAME, JULY 16: GABRIEL HUGHES CHECK-IN, SPORTS DOCUMENTARIES, HOME REPAIRS, BOISE STATE FOOTBALL PASS RUSH, PAC 12 HOT TOPICS
Will Voigt
Boise State's new assistant coach and offensive coordinator, joined on Taco Bell Hotline
Boise State University
Episode: PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 9: WILL VOIGT, NATE POTTER, GABRIEL HUGHES, BOISE STATE FOOTBALL, NFL QBS, CELEBRITY GOLF
Chris Frith
Longtime baseball coach and Gabriel Hughes's pitching coach at Rocky Mountain High School
PacWest Boise / PacWest Baseball
Episode: PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 8: BOISE STATE FOOTBALL, SPENCER DANIELSON, OREGON DUCKS, GABRIEL HUGHES, GARTH BROOKS
Jonah Dillon
Memphis Commercial Appeal writer covering Memphis Tigers
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Episode: PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 7: PAC-12 STARS, BOISE STATE-MEMPHIS, G6/CFP CONTENDERS, KELLEN STATUE, USA'S FIFTH SPORT
Jonah Dylan
Memphis Commercial Appeal writer covering the Memphis Tigers
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Episode: BOISE STATE VS. MEMPHIS: EARLY SCOUTING REPORT OF THE BRONCOS' HOME OPENER

Hosts

Mike Prater
Co-host of Idaho Sports Talk; long-standing local sports radio presenter with KTIK The Ticket affiliation.
Johnny Ballgame
Co-host of Idaho Sports Talk; part of the Prater and The Ballgame duo; often introduces segments and participates in in-depth discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • Thanks for posting the post game show

    Bronco football is the straw that stirs the drink but please have the show skew younger and less baseball and golf. I am only 50 years old so I have no interest in those two. More/some MLS would help

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BoiSeattle
    United States6 years ago
  • The Best Show!

    Caves and Prater do a great job each and everyday of bringing Boise sports to the people, as well as including a good mix of the national scene. Highly entertaining and educational. Great show and great people! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bleedblue19
    United States7 years ago
  • I feel like I am at home

    I am a Bosiean who lives abroad and it is so nice to have access to things back home. Love the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoonieGolfGondo
    Japan8 years ago
  • It’s Idaho and Sports!

    Got to love Jeff Caves and Mike Prater and our local sports talk. When I travel abroad, I’m still listening. I especially enjoy the Boise State emphasis. Keep it up guys! 😃🏈🏀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kenny Sacht
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Show is seen as a reliable source for Boise-area athletic news.
Listeners appreciate strong Boise State focus and local sports depth.
Audience likes the mix of national and regional sports with community flavor.
Fans enjoy the welcoming, homey vibe and knowledgeable hosts.
Some want a younger skew and broader coverage beyond baseball/golf.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

ZION WASHINGTON: FROM BOISE STATE TO CLEVELAND - WITH NFL DREAMS
Q: What did you take away from the OTA mini-camp and off-season process that prepared you for training camp?
The intensity and professionalism stood out; the reps and routine helped me get ready for camp, and the Browns' structure and resources have been pivotal for my mental and technical preparation.
JAYDEN VIRGIN-MORGAN: BOISE STATE EDGE RUSHER ON HIS PLANS FOR THE 2026 SEASON - AND BEYOND
Q: How do you approach this last season given the expectations?
I try to take it day by day, focus on staying consistent, and not let past production define the current effort; the goal is to build on last season without getting caught up in stats.
PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 2: NEXT STATUE (JEANTY OR PETERSEN?), ALEXANDER MATTISON, BOISE STATE/ELITE ATHLETIC FAMILY, BRONCO FOCUS, FRIDAY FIVE (ON A THURSDAY)
Q: What is the purpose behind the I Am Gifted Foundation youth camp?
To provide a football-based life skills program with a strong emphasis on mental health, offering resources and tools to help kids develop holistically beyond sport.
PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 6: KELLEN MOORE STATUE, TYSON DEGENHART, BOISE STATE FOOTBALL, USA SOCCER, WEEKEND WINNERS & LOSERS
Q: Ben Victor, how did you get involved in the Kellen Moore statue project?
Victor explains the project started from a long-held dream, Boise State's outreach, and a green light after years of interest. He describes becoming involved after Boise State reached out, his residency ties, and his desire to memorialize local sports heroes.
PRATER & THE BALLGAME, JULY 10: BOISE STATE FOOTBALL, PAC-12, BNN REPORT, AC BOISE SOCCER, TIKTOK
Q: Who is the worst team in the Pac-12 this year?
BJ Reigns discusses Colorado State and Oregon State in contention for last place, but there is ongoing debate with Prater and Ballgame favoring Oregon State due to coaching and depth.

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This show is a high-energy, local-sports talk platform focusing on Boise State athletics, Boise-area teams, and national sports news. Episodes routinely cover college football and basketball rosters, conference realignment, NFL updates, and fan culture, often featuring in-depth interviews with Boise State coaches and athletic leadership, plus occasional guests with professional ties to BSU. The format blends analysis, recruiting chatter, and community anecdotes, making it a go-to for fans wanting both program-specific insights and broader sports context. A standout strength is its long-running, listener-driven style, with frequent segments that tie local sports to national storylines, creating a lively, sponsor-friendly environment for spon... more

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3. Thomas Harding
4. Gloria Navárez
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6. Will Voigt
7. Chris Frith
8. Jonah Dillon

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