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JJ & Alex

KSL Podcasts
Utah Mammoth
Utah Jazz
BYU
NHL
BYU Basketball
NBA
NCAA Tournament
BYU Cougars
Utah Utes
Team USA
Utah Football
Olympics
USA Hockey
Spring Football
UCF
New Orleans Pelicans
Iowa State
Team USA Hockey
Vegas Golden Knights
Utah State Aggies

JJ and Alex features unique takes on the sports news of the moment. Hosted by KSL TV's Jeremiah Jensen, an Emmy award-winning sports anchor and reporter who has been covering sports in Utah since October 2005, and Alex Kirry, a talk radio veteran who has covered BYU for more than a decade. Anything is up for grabs on the show, from the NFL and NBA (Utah Jazz), to the Utah Utes, BYU Cougars, Utah S... more

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Full episode of JJ & Alex with Alex Kirry and Jeremiah Jensen on April 17, 2026

* Stanley Cup Playoffs

* NCAA Calender Change

* Would You Rather?

* Andre Tourigny, Utah Mammoth head coach

* Bold Predictions for the Big 12 with Sam Far... more

Hour 3 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry.

* Steve Bartle, Utah Utes insider for KSL Sports

* NFL Blitz: Texans, Will Anderson reach massive 3 year extension

* Best and Worst of the Day

Steve Bartle, Utah Utes insider for KSL Sports, joins the program to break down the latest from the final week of Spring Ball and answers more questions on where Utah lands after spring.

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Hour 2 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry.

* Andre Tourigny, Utah Mammoth head coach

* Bold Predictions for the Big 12 with Sam Farnsworth

* The Top 10: Events Covered by Jeremiah Jensen

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Bear Torni
Head coach of the Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: HOUR 1 | Stanley Cup Playoffs have arrived! The Utah Mammoth prepare to take on the Vegas Golden Knights | NCAA wants to move the college football start date; a step to fixing the college football calendar | Would You Rather?
Matt McConnell
Utah Mammoth TV play-by-play
Utah Mammoth
Episode: HOUR 1 | Best Case and Worst Case scenarios for the local top 25 teams in college football | Matt McConnell talks Mammoth vs Golden Knights playoff series ahead of the regular season finale against St. Louis | Would You Rather?
Derrick Overschreit
Founder of the New Millennium Group
New Millennium Group
Episode: HOUR 1 | Utah Mammoth have clinched a Stanley Cup Playoffs spot following a win over Nashville at Delta Center | Brian Taylor live from Augusta to break down the latest from cut day at the Masters Tournament | Would You Rather?
Andre Turny
Head coach of Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: HOUR 1 | Utah Mammoth have clinched a Stanley Cup Playoffs spot following a win over Nashville at Delta Center | Brian Taylor live from Augusta to break down the latest from cut day at the Masters Tournament | Would You Rather?
Mike Foltz
Radio Play-By-Play voice of the Utah Mammoth
Utah Mammoth
Episode: HOUR 1 | Jazz lose while the Kings win; is the door beginning to open for the Utah Jazz to overtake the Kings for the 4th worst record? | The 2026 transfer portal shows that 1st and 2nd team all conference G6 players are hitting the portal | Would You Rather?
Josh Furlong
Utah insider for KSL Sports
KSL Sports
Episode: FULL SHOW | New Utah HC Morgan Scalley breaks down the latest from Utah Spring Ball | Josh Furlong breaks down the latest from Utah Spring Ball and why fans should have full belief in Morgan Scalley as the new head coach | Nikola Jokić and the Denver Nuggets take on the Jazz at Delta Center + MORE
Morgan Scali
BYU/Utes football staff member, assistant coach
Utah Utes / BYU staff
Episode: HOUR 1 | Utah Mammoth give up another lead as they fall to the Capitals at home | Checking in on the latest from BYU Spring Football by hearing from Kalani Sitake | Would You Rather?
Bryson Barnes
Dual-threat quarterback mentioned as part of Utah's personnel
Utah Football
Episode: HOUR 1 | Utah offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven addresses the media for the first time and shares insight into the new look Utah offense | Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham give his suggestions for how to fix college football moving forward | Would You Rather?
Alema Harrington
Prep sports studio host on TV side
KSL TV
Episode: FULL SHOW | Utah Football has quite the unique quarterback situation heading into Year 1 of Morgan Scalley | Mike Folta breaks down what went wrong against the Edmonton Oilers and looks ahead to a visit from Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals | Steve Bartle talks on new offensive coordinator Kevin McGiven and what fans can anticipate from a new look Utah offense + MORE

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Jeremiah Jensen
Host of JJ & Alex, KSL TV sports anchor/reporter
Alex Kirry
Co-host of JJ & Alex, talk radio veteran focused on sports

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Occasionally, a good listen

    Listening to Sly reference only reference BYU as “team down south” is really cringey for radio.

    Go Utes!

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    99InAllThings
    United States8 months ago
  • JJ and Alex is terrible

    This new show is so boring. I cannot listen to it. I loved Unrivaled and Alex and Scott’s banter. Please bring back Scott Mitchell.

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    tlatey
    United States2 years ago
  • The Best on the Air

    Alex and Scott are absolutely fantastic. Go Utes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Go jazz!!!
    United States3 years ago
  • Poor Show - Lack Of Preparation And Partisan

    Scott Mitchell doesn't prepare well and isn't as familiar with teams as he should. It's really hard to listen to. Hans and Scotty should replace them.

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    49 t
    United States3 years ago
  • Not the worst, just don’t see the show’s draw

    Firstly, “Unrivaled” portrays the show as a good Utah/BYU split opinion show, which is not remotely true. Mitchell is unquestionably a Ute homer which would be fine if the opposite side of the coin is represented, but Kirry does zero to ever push back and comes off as a Ute partisan himself more times than not. And they’ve just been so woefully behind the news cycle on every issue, that I don’t know what fresh perspective or analysis they bring to anything. Sometimes they have good guests and th... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mitchell S. Wall
    United States3 years ago

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Some critics feel the show leans too partisan or lacks depth in certain topics, but guests and hot takes remain a hallmark.
Positive feedback often highlights entertaining banter and loyalty to local teams.
Listeners appreciate the host chemistry and local sports insight, with strong preference for in-depth Utah coverage.

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Steve Bartle breaks down the latest from Utah Spring Football and how the new coaching staff is embracing their roles building up the depth
Q: What about the offensive line changes and how they'll impact the team upfront?
The line is undergoing a transition with the loss of experienced linemen, but there is optimism about younger players like Solito Amoyai and Keith Olson stepping into leadership roles, while previous depth provides some continuity.
Steve Bartle breaks down the latest from Utah Spring Football and how the new coaching staff is embracing their roles building up the depth
Q: What are the key developments on offense and QB play this spring?
The QB position is evolving, with Dampier showing potential to be more cerebral and accurate, the receiving corps expanding with multiple contributors, and an emphasis on blending spread concepts with a strong run game to optimize misdirection and balance.
Steve Bartle breaks down the latest from Utah Spring Football and how the new coaching staff is embracing their roles building up the depth
Q: How has practice been shaping up with the new regime and what stands out so far?
Practice has been brisk and insightful, with the new staff fostering a rhythm that reveals the strengths of the players and the strategic fit with Scali's leadership, highlighting QB development, receiver progress, and a growing sense of camaraderie.
FULL SHOW | Matt McConnell talks Mammoth vs Golden Knights playoff series ahead of the regular season finale against St. Louis | How much momentum can the Mammoth take in to the playoffs with a win over St. Louis? | Best Case and Worst Case scenarios for the local top 25 teams in college football + MORE
Q: What is your take on Utah Mammoth's path into the playoffs given their position as the number one wild card?
Utah has a favorable bracket spot but must stay healthy and maintain depth; balance across the lineup and good goaltending will determine how far they can push through the first round and beyond.
FULL SHOW | Utah Mammoth clinch the Wild Card 1 spot in the western conference with the win over Winnipeg | Rob Wright III returns to BYU Basketball after a stint in the transfer portal | Mike Folta looks ahead to the Stanley Cup Playoffs after the Utah Mammoth clinch Wild Card 1 in the western conference + MORE
Q: What does clinching the Wild Card 1 mean for the Mammoth's playoff ceiling?
It significantly improves their odds, potentially enabling them to win multiple series and reach deeper rounds, including the Western Conference Finals, especially with favorable bracket positioning.

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The show blends local Utah sports analysis with broad national context, covering NBA, college basketball, football, and hockey, with frequent guest analysts and sports insiders. Expect energetic, opinionated banter and behind-the-scenes takes on trades, game performance, and team strategy, anchored by two Utah-based hosts who specialize in local teams (Jazz, BYU, Utah, and Utah State) and occasional cross-sport discussions. Noteworthy is the focus on both contemporary games and roster moves, plus a light, conversational tone that emphasizes accessible, listener-friendly sports commentary. This mix makes it appealing to local sports fans who want quick reads on current headlines plus deeper dives from experienced local broadcasters and guest... more

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2. Matt McConnell
3. Derrick Overschreit
4. Andre Turny
5. Mike Foltz
6. Josh Furlong
7. Morgan Scali
8. Bryson Barnes

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