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Light The I

Light The I
Illinois Football
Illinois Men's Basketball
Illinois Basketball
Illinois Athletics
University Of Illinois
Music City Bowl
Illinois Women's Basketball
NCAA
Big Ten
Big Ten Conference
NIL
NCAA Tournament
Ohio State
U Of I Credit Union
Sports Broadcasting
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Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball
Kylan Boswell
U Of I Athletics

Illini everything with Scott Beatty & Robert Rosenthal

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Scott & Robert discuss the golf team's 2nd place finish in Oregon, the tennis team advancing to the Sweet 16, a coaching change in the softball dugout, and various comings and goings in Bielfeldt. Then producer Mazie gets a send-off before she gradua... more

Scott and Robert are joined by Illini head coach Brad Underwood to discuss the 2026 season. Topics range from the Elite Eight game against Iowa, the star treatment of the team at the Final Four, his scheme changes over the years, and yes, the bull th... more

If you're by chance an elite runner, this episode will get you through a 13.1 mile route. Otherwise your endurance might be tested if you can't wait for Scott and Robert to immediately discuss the latest Illini news - like the NFL draft and the upcom... more

Several Illini football players are projected to be drafted to the NFL this weekend as spring football practices wrap up. Scott and Robert discuss that with comments from Bret Bielema. Plus, women's basketball is keeping all of their rotation from th... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Hartleb
Head coach of Illinois baseball, entering his 21st season.
University of Illinois
Episode: Episode 19 - Better By The Dozen + Dan Hartleb
Tyra Perry
Head coach of Illinois Softball
Illinois Softball
Episode: Episode 18 - Hoops, They Did It Again + Tyra Perry
Loren Tate
Columnist, writer and broadcaster with the News Gazette and WDWS Radio
News Gazette, WDWS Radio
Episode: Episode 15 - Loren Tate
Josh Whitman
14th Illinois Athletic Director
University of Illinois
Episode: Episode 12 - Josh Whitman
Lucas Byrd
National champion wrestler at the 133 pound level and a three-time All-American.
Illinois Wrestling
Episode: Episode 10 - Lucas Byrd & Petros Kyprianou
Petros Kyprianou
Director of track and field at Illinois overseeing a high-achieving program.
Illinois Track and Field
Episode: Episode 10 - Lucas Byrd & Petros Kyprianou
Bret Bielema
Head football coach of the University of Illinois
University of Illinois
Episode: Episode 4 - Illini head coach Bret Bielema

Hosts

Scott Beatty
Host with extensive ties to Illini sports coverage and fan perspectives.
Robert Rosenthal
Co-host with deep involvement in Illini athletics coverage and media presence.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • One of the Seventeen!

    Phenomenal podcast from two of the absolute best in the Illini Athletics world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pbj506514
    United States3 months ago
  • Worth a listen

    Humor and insight. Are we supposed to be mashing the cake or th like button

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jp from Peoria
    United States4 months ago
  • Unique Approach to Analyzing Illini Sports

    Enjoy the information which Robert brings to the “airwaves”. Enjoy the banter between the two — it is an unique blend of hard nose information and camaraderie.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MDH1108
    United States5 months ago
  • If you love the Illini…

    You are really going to love this. The podcast we have all been waiting for.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MNIllini96
    United States5 months ago
  • Best Illini Coverage

    Best of the best. Robert and Scott will be great for Illini sports. The 20s belong to the Illini

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VanDorenFloor1
    United States5 months ago

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Great banter and solid insights into Illinois sports.
Strong coverage across multiple sports with thoughtful interviews.
Energetic and knowledgeable about Illini athletics.

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Episode 19 - Better By The Dozen + Dan Hartleb
Q: How do you work to keep that culture when you're bringing in new players every season?
You have to have good culture within your coaching staff and returning players need to talk and teach the culture and expectations.
Episode 19 - Better By The Dozen + Dan Hartleb
Q: What are the feelings for you as a head coach a week out from the season?
The off season's been good, and I'm in good health and still have energy and love what I do.
Episode 14 - Injury News + Mailbag Part 2
Q: John wants to know, disregarding possible draft possibilities, simply looking at production through the first 17 games, who is the best Illinois freshman since?
The best since might be Kofi Coburn, as Keaton Wogler has impressive numbers, but Kofi had a dominating presence.
Episode 14 - Injury News + Mailbag Part 2
Q: Daniel wants to know your predictions on record needed to win the Big Ten.
The record needed to win the Big Ten could be at least 16 wins, but probably 17, with potential for a team having an 18-2 record.
Episode 13 - Northwestern win, Xavier Scott returns, & Mailbag
Q: What's the pivotal moment that changed the trajectory for football?
The nine-overtime game against Penn State marked a turning point, leading to more competitive games thereafter.

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2. Tyra Perry
3. Loren Tate
4. Josh Whitman
5. Lucas Byrd
6. Petros Kyprianou
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