Deep Blue

Mar 24 2025 110 ep. 47 mins 28
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This is the show where BYU fans get to know the Cougars behind the number that you see on the field or court. Explore the true stories of BYU's athletes and coaches with host Jason Shepherd.

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Deep Blue Returns

Aug 22 2023 1 mins  
The Deep Blue podcast is making a comeback. New host Jason Shepherd dives into the real-life stories of former and current BYU Cougar athletes and coaches. These stories will awe, inspire, and excite you. The brand new season begins on August 29th. New episodes will post each Tuesday.

Practice Chats: Jojo Phillips & Parker Kingston

Mar 24 2025 14 mins  
In this special Practice Chats edition of Deep Blue, we catch up with JoJo Phillips and Parker Kingston right after practice. JoJo talks about his rise as a leader, the viral Utah moment, and his time at Sierra Canyon. Parker relives his epic punt returns, the nickname he earned, and his off-the-field passions like skiing, golf, and even a courtside moment with Conor McGregor. Get

Brandon Bradley: Recruiting for the Cougars

Mar 17 2025 43 mins  
Brandon Bradley never expected to attend BYU, let alone become a key figure in recruiting the next generation of Cougar athletes. But a last-minute scholarship offer and a leap of faith changed everything. Now, in the era of NIL deals and the transfer portal, how does he convince top talent to choose BYU? From Florida to Provo, player to recruiter, discover how Brandon’s journey

Hans Olsen Part 2: The Choice That Changed His Life

Mar 10 2025 43 mins  
Hans Olsen’s journey to BYU wasn’t a straight path. How did a kid who once struggled in school, nearly committed to Nebraska, and had a tough start in football find himself at BYU—and why does he believe that decision changed his entire life? Plus, hear the incredible story of the day Hans and his uncle saved a man’s life. Find out how faith, family, and football shaped Han

Hans Olsen Part 1: From the Trenches to the Airwaves

Mar 03 2025 31 mins  
Hans Olsen has worn many hats—BYU Football defensive lineman, NFL player, and now Cougar football’s radio analyst. But how did a farm kid from Idaho end up balancing bikes on his chin and breaking into sports media? And why did his call to join the BYU broadcast booth bring him to tears? Discover how Hans transitioned from the trenches to the airwaves, built a career in radio,

Feed Drop: Big Stories

Feb 24 2025 28 mins  
Jason Shepherd will be back with another great Deep Blue podcast next week. In the meantime, we are featuring another fantastic BYUradio podcast, Big Stories. This podcast shares amazing and inspiring tales from the Big 12 and beyond. Since BYU recently played the University of Arizona in basketball, we thought we would share the episode The Fantastic Mr. Fox. Fred Snowden, a.k.a.

Andrew Gentry: Following God's Plan

Feb 17 2025 46 mins  
Andrew Gentry won a national championship with the Michigan Wolverines, reaching the pinnacle of college football. So why did he leave to play for BYU football? In this episode of the Deep Blue podcast, the former four-star offensive lineman shares his journey—from Big Ten football to suiting up for the Cougars—discussing faith, following God's plan, and his decision to transfe

Max Hall: Setting Others Free

Feb 10 2025 47 mins  
Max Hall once hit rock bottom, but he now calls it the best thing that ever happened to him. In this podcast episode, Max shares his powerful journey—from battling drug addiction to rebuilding his life and founding a recovery center to help others do the same. Hall also recounts some of the biggest decisions in his life, sharing life lessons he's learned along the way.

Setema Gali: Triumphs, Trials, & Transformations

Feb 03 2025 46 mins  
Setema Gali seemed to have it all: a big house, a thriving business, and even a Super Bowl ring. All outward success indicated he had arrived, but he still felt God prompt him to do something more. When the 2008 financial crisis destroyed everything he created, how did he find the strength to rebuild? In this episode, find out how Setema went from the lowest of lows to becoming a l

Practice Chats: Bruce Mitchell

Jan 27 2025 9 mins  
Bruce Mitchell had solidified himself as a stellar defensive lineman. But during the offseason when coaches asked him to switch from the defensive side of the ball to the offensive line, how did he develop his game enough to become an integral reason for the success of the 2024 BYU football team? Listen to his story on this episode of Deep Blue's Practice Chats.