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Mark grew up in the heartland and brings a lifetime of Oklahoma experience to WWLS – The Sports Animal. The Sooner State native graduated from Blackwell High School and received his degree from the University of Oklahoma. Since 1995, Rodgers has owned and published the state’s most comprehensive football annual, The Oklahoma Pigskin Preview. His travels across the state have earned him a reputatio... more

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Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy are joined by Marc Daniels, voice of the UCF Knights, to discuss their game this weekend in Stillwater against Oklahoma State. What are the challenges that UCF are facing now in the Big 12 during Scott Frost’s second tenur... more

Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy discuss the number of OU transfers on the offensive side of the ball that are making significant impact at other Power 4 schools across the country. Who is responsible for poor evaluation on the offensive side of the footb... more

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss who is better off at this point after the bitter divorce – the OU football program or Lincoln Riley at USC? What would be the national reaction to a parting of ways with Brent Venables? Is it difficult to critic... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Daignault
Head coach, Oklahoma City Thunder
Oklahoma City Thunder
Episode: Full Show: LIVE from Thunder Media Day
Stu Gotts
Guest on the line, comedian/longtime radio persona
Episode: Hour 2: What A Weekend Slate of Games!
Jeff Dantzler
Play-by-play voice of the Georgia Bulldogs
University of Georgia
Episode: Hour 1: Jeff Dantzler
John Dantzler
Georgia play-by-play voice (first year with the Dogs)
University of Georgia
Episode: Hour 1: Jeff Dantzler
Ben Arbuckle
Offensive Coordinator, OU
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Hour 1: Brent Venables Comments
Lance Lang
Director at The Healing Center, Hope Is Alive
Healing Center, Hope Is Alive
Episode: Hour 2: Doug Gottlieb
Dave Winder
Play-by-play voice for Murray State football
Murray State University
Episode: Hour 1: Dave Winder
Robert Portnoy
Voice of the New Mexico Lobos
New Mexico Lobos
Episode: Hour 1: Dave Winder
Jerry Allen
Oregon Ducks broadcaster guest
Oregon Ducks radio/TV crew
Episode: Hour 2: Jerry Allen – Oregon Ducks

Hosts

Mark Rodgers
Host of The Middle of the Day Show, with deep expertise in Oklahoma high school and college football; long-tenured regional broadcaster.
Brad Copeland
Co-host bringing banter and sports analysis; frequent guest interactions with listeners.
Gideon Hamilton
Host providing in-studio presence, coordinating with Mark Rodgers and guests.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • A great listen!!! The best!

    They are great to listen to. Dusty is very knowledgeable and a really easy to understand. Mark is just alright.............. just playing he is funny and has all the knowledge when it comes to Oklahoma sports and has been around a long time. I have been listening to them talk since they first hired Dusty.

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    Just Jeff.
    United States7 years ago
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    What’s with the inconsistency in posting podcasts? Today was the first since Wednesday. The content is good but unfortunately we only get to hear when you all choose to post. Pretty weak for such a big station.

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    1
    rhicks05
    United States8 years ago
  • Enjoy them while we can

    Mark and Dusty are smart, funny, witty, and their compradore is fantastic. They’re my favorite duo in Oklahoma radio, and I like to consume their content in podcast form when I can’t listen live. They bring on really good guest and the regulars Jake Trotter, Royce Young, and Adam Amin are must downloads. Hope you decide to check them out!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jacob Overton
    United States9 years ago

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Hour 1: Eric Morris
Q: How can you explain Oklahoma State football's dramatic improvement from Week 1 to later weeks?
Morris attributes the turnaround to a combination of leadership, simplification of messaging, and players buying into a focused framework, especially around playing fast and executing under a disciplined system.
Hour 2: Jake Trotter
Q: Where do you come down on the Protect College Sports Act and the current transfer rules?
The guest describes the bill as imperfect with unresolved questions, but argues that governance is needed beyond the current Wild West scenario, while acknowledging that it won't solve everything.
Hour 1: Cale Gundy
Q: All right, what's going on with the quarterback?
Cale and the hosts discuss Mateer's struggles, his arm talent, and the possibility of lineup changes, emphasizing the need for fewer turnovers and better decision-making to improve OU's offense.
Hour 1: SEC & Big 12 Win Totals
Q: Official prediction on Oklahoma seven and a half for the Sooners over under
The guest suggests leaning over in many cases when plus money is available, but notes the value of considering the alternate over eight and a half for OU and being cautious about the middle ground; overall, the line may tempt some to take the over but shopping around for the best price is advised.
Hour 2: Doug Gottlieb
Q: What are your thoughts on Oklahoma's offensive struggles and whether they will turn the corner this season?
Doug Gottlieb and Cale Gundy express cautious optimism, noting the need to protect the passer, improve the offensive line, and find a balanced approach that suits the personnel, while recognizing that turnovers and play-calling issues have plagued OU and that favorable results are possible if they win with defense and efficiency rather than relying on explosive plays alone.

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