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Big Stories

BYUradio

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Religion & Spirituality

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Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 127

Big Stories is a show dedicated to telling the incredible and inspiring tales from the Big 12 and beyond. Cleon Wall hosts the Big Stories podcast.

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🇺🇸 USA - sportNews
01/06/2026
#100
🇺🇸 USA - sportNews
15/09/2025
#88
🇺🇸 USA - sportNews
23/08/2025
#100

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Get Ready for BYUradio's Big Stories

Thursday, August 24, 2023 • Duration 01:05

Big Stories is a show dedicated to the incredible tales surrounding the opponents of the BYU Cougars. You'll hear from people associated with Sam Houston, Arkansas, and the Big 12 teams BYU will play this season. Big stories is hosted by Cleon Wall.

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Big Stories Returns on Jan. 6th

Season 2

Monday, December 2, 2024 • Duration 01:54

Big Stories will have more great tales from the Big 12 coming up on January 6th. We will chronicle the Arizona State women's volleyball coach who left the high world of finance to coach his favorite game, the University of Arizona basketball coach who became the first African-American coach at a major university, the former Kansas basketball player who quit professional basketball to bring people to God, and so many more great tales.

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Kansas: Wayne Simien - Called to Greatness

Season 2 · Episode 23

Monday, February 17, 2025 • Duration 29:53

Most young athletes dream of playing college and professional sports, and Wayne Simien was no exception. He not only played basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks but also achieved the pinnacle of success by winning an NBA championship with the Miami Heat. However, Wayne chose to leave it all behind. In this podcast episode, he shares his journey of faith in Jesus Christ and explains why he decided to give up basketball to spread his beliefs on college campuses across Kansas. Guests: Wayne Simien - KU Associate Athletic Director, former KU and NBA basketball player Ryan Hickman - Pastor at Community Church in Topeka, Kansas John McDermott - Senior Pastor at Morningstar Church in Lawrence, Kansas AJ Steward - UCLA Football Coach, former KU running back

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Kansas State: Revival - The Bill Snyder Story

Season 2 · Episode 22

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 • Duration 15:59

When Bill Snyder arrived at Kansas State, the Wildcats were the worst team in college football—winless in 27 straight games. But, through his relentless dedication and a culture built on caring for his players, he led one of the most remarkable turnarounds in sports history. Along the way, Snyder touched the lives of many K-State Football fans through personalized notes. In this podcast episode, Snyder reflects on the Cats revival and hears from fans who received his letters. Guests: Bill Snyder - Former KSU Football Head Coach Ross Snyder - Bill’s son Wyatt Thompson - Senior Director of Sportscasting, Voice of the Wildcats

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Kansas: Darrell Stuckey - Above and Beyond

Season 2 · Episode 21

Monday, February 10, 2025 • Duration 15:37

After an impressive career at the University of Kansas and in the NFL, Darrell Stuckey faced a career-ending injury that forced him to step away from the game he loved. Instead of dwelling on what was lost, he found a new purpose—using his faith, resilience, and hard-earned wisdom to guide the next generation. Now back at KU as a coach, Stuckey is helping young athletes navigate adversity and strive for success, just as he once did. Guests: Darrell Stuckey - KU Director of Football Relations, former KU and NFL Football player Chris Hughes - KU Assistant Director of Inclusive Excellence, former KU football player Scott Ward - Director of Peak Performance for Kansas Athletics Sam Burt- Former KU football player

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Arizona: Fred Snowden - The Fantastic Mr. Fox

Season 2 · Episode 20

Monday, February 3, 2025 • Duration 28:55

Fred Snowden, a.k.a. "The Fox," made history as the first African American head basketball coach at a major university, taking the helm at the University of Arizona in 1972. Facing racism, death threats, and countless challenges, Snowden persevered and turned Tucson into a basketball town. His groundbreaking leadership paved the way for future generations of African American coaches, leaving a lasting legacy on and off the court. This podcast episode tells the story of a trailblazer who overcame the odds to change the game forever. Guests: Stacey Snowden- Fred's daughter Bob Elliott- former University of Arizona basketball player Beverley Elliott- Executive Director, African American Museum of Southern Arizona and Bob's wife Joe Nehls- former University of Arizona basketball player

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UCF: Bono Baseball - More Than a Game

Season 2 · Episode 19

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 • Duration 13:46

2024 was a remarkable year for Kyle and Landon Bono. The father-son duo led their baseball team to victory, clinching the Little League World Series trophy after defeating Chinese Taipei. The Bono name is synonymous with baseball. From Mike and Sheila Bono’s early days as a “baseball couple” to their twin sons, Kyle and Ryan, playing for the UCF Knights, baseball has shaped every aspect of their lives. For some, it’s just a game. For the Bono family, it’s a way of life. Guests: Kyle Bono- Former UCF and professional baseball player Ryan Bono- Former UCF baseball player Sarah Bono- Kyle's wife Landon Bono- Kyle and Sarah's son Mike Bono- Dad Sheila Bono- Mom Kim Bono Kintner- Sister and daughter Mickey Bono- Brother and son Rich Wallace- UCF Baseball Head Coach

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Baylor: Payton Washington - You Only Live Once

Season 2 · Episode 18

Monday, January 27, 2025 • Duration 18:02

Payton Washington, a standout member of Baylor University's Acrobatics and Tumbling squad, is known for her breathtaking performances and fierce competitive spirit. Her journey is nothing short of miraculous. Just months before moving to Waco, Payton survived a life-threatening shooting that left her with severe injuries. Despite the odds, she made a remarkable recovery, leading her team to a national championship and becoming a beacon of inspiration. Guests: Payton Washington: Member of Baylor’s Acrobatics and Tumbling Team Felicia Mulkey: Baylor Acrobatics and Tumbling Head Coach Keyona Huebel: Payton’s best friend and former teammate

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Cincinnati: Oscar Robertson - Lead by Example

Season 2 · Episode 17

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 • Duration 10:27

Oscar Robertson was the consummate, all-around basketball player, but he was much more than a guy known as Mr. Triple-Double. In this episode of the Big Stories podcast, Robertson and others share the lessons Oscar learned in childhood, including receiving his first basketball from his mother and how "The Big O" was a changemaker even though he was quiet and shy. Guests: Oscar Robertson - Former Cincinnati and NBA Basketball player Mari Robertson - Oscar's daughter Julian Gibson - Robertson family friend, part of team Oscar Robertson Tay Baker - Former Cincinnati Assistant Basketball coach. Carl Bouldin - Former Cincinnati Basketball player

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Colorado: Assane Diop - The Senegalese Seed

Season 2 · Episode 16

Monday, January 20, 2025 • Duration 17:14

Assane Diop compares his journey to play basketball at the University of Colorado as a seed growing in foreign soil. It all started with his father pushing him to play basketball as a pre-teen. So how did this Senegalese seed end up in the Rocky Mountains? In this Big Stories podcast episode, Diop recounts how Greg and Denise Willis made him an offer he could not refuse and how he excelled in the classroom and the basketball court to end up with the Buffaloes Basketball team. Guests: Assane Diop - University of Colorado Basketball player Greg and Denise Willis - Assane's U.S. Legal Guardians Tad Boyle - University of Colorado head basketball coach Steve Englehart - University of Colorado strength coach Grady Whitt - University of Colorado basketball player

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