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  • CW Pod: Aliens, Area 51 & Hulkamania with Scott Siepker

    CW Pod: Aliens, Area 51 & Hulkamania with Scott Siepker
    May 12 2026
    Chris Williams is joined by Scott Siepker to dive into the government’s latest UFO report, conspiracy theories, Area 51, Hulk Hogan’s complicated legacy, Ted Turner’s media empire, and why nostalgia hits harder than ever. 👽 The UFO report finally drops Chris and Scott react to the government’s latest alien/UFO disclosure, debate whether we’re getting the full truth, and discuss why Area 51, Apollo missions, and nuclear sites still fascinate people decades later. 🛸 Could humans actually handle aliens? The guys debate whether extraterrestrial life would unite humanity… or completely break society. 📺 Ted Turner’s impact on sports & media From TBS Braves baseball to WCW wrestling and CNN, the conversation shifts to how Ted Turner transformed entertainment and sports forever. 💪 Breaking down the Hulk Hogan documentary Chris and Scott dive deep into Netflix’s new Hulk Hogan documentary — from Hulkamania and the NWO to the darker parts of Hogan’s life, fame, addiction, family struggles, and legacy. 🎙️ Also discussed: • Why the NWO changed wrestling forever • Hogan’s tragic final years • Why fame can destroy identity CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 18 Min.
  • CW Pod: Is the Big 12 Playing a Rigged Game? John Kurtz Breaks It Down

    CW Pod: Is the Big 12 Playing a Rigged Game? John Kurtz Breaks It Down
    May 5 2026
    Chris Williams is joined by John Kurtz (Open for Business) for a deep dive into the future of the Big 12—and whether the league can truly compete in today’s college sports landscape. 🏈 Is the System Rigged? With massive revenue gaps between the Big Ten, SEC, and Big 12, the guys debate whether the league can realistically catch up—or if the game is already decided. 📺 Big 12 Survival Strategy • Brett Yormark’s TV deals and long-term vision • Why Friday night games might actually help • How the league can maximize exposure and relevance 🏀 Basketball vs Football Debate The Big 12 has control over college basketball—but can that actually move the needle financially? Or does everything still come back to football? 💰 NIL, Transfer Portal & The Changing Game • Is player movement hurting fan connection? • Should contracts replace the current system? • Why rebuilding is faster—but loyalty is fading 🚨 Texas Tech QB Drama (Sorsby Situation) A major offseason storyline shakes up the Big 12. What it means for Texas Tech—and the league’s playoff hopes. 🔥 Bigger Questions • Can the Big 12 ever match the SEC/Big Ten financially? • Does college football risk losing its identity? • What actually matters to fans moving forward? CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Check out Open For Business with John Kurtz: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKurtzShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 Min.
  • CW Pod with Pastor Mike Janes: Control, Anxiety & Finding Your North Star

    CW Pod with Pastor Mike Janes: Control, Anxiety & Finding Your North Star
    Apr 28 2026
    Chris Williams sits down with Pastor Mike Janes for a thoughtful conversation covering anxiety, control, parenting, and how to actually find peace in 2026. 🧠 Why We’re More Anxious Than Ever From social media algorithms to constant bad news cycles, the guys break down why modern life keeps people on edge. ⚖️ Control vs Letting Go What can you actually control? And where do you need to step back? A practical conversation about managing stress without checking out of reality. ❤️ A Powerful Story About Grace A tragic real-life story leads to an incredible act of forgiveness—and a deeper discussion about perspective and peace. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting in a Different World How do you raise kids today with technology, fear, and constant information? From iPads to tracking watches, it’s a balance nobody has fully figured out. 📱 The Algorithm Problem Why your phone might be making your anxiety worse. 🎯 Finding Your “North Star” Whether it’s faith, values, or something else—why having a guiding principle matters more than ever. Plus, CW gets Mike's opinions on ghosts and aliens. CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 Min.
  • CW Pod with Mackenzie Eddie: NASCAR, Parenting Perspective & The Feeling You Didn’t Expect

    CW Pod with Mackenzie Eddie: NASCAR, Parenting Perspective & The Feeling You Didn’t Expect
    Apr 21 2026
    Chris Williams is joined by Mackenzie Eddie for a different kind of CW Pod—less sports, more life. 🏁 NASCAR Weekend Reflections Chris shares a special weekend with his daughter at the track—and the unexpected feeling of dread that hits when those perfect moments come to an end. ❤️ Parenting, Perspective & Guilt Why great parenting moments can feel heavy, how kids teach us more than we teach them, and the reality of watching them grow up faster than we’re ready for. 🧠 Modern Life & Mental Overload From social media anxiety to information overload, the conversation dives into how today’s world impacts how we think, parent, and live. 🚪 Closed Doors & Life Paths Chris reflects on nearly working in racing—and why not getting that opportunity may have led to something better. 🎙️ Plus: • Mom groups, microplastics & everyday paranoia • Therapy, self-awareness & finding balance • Why slowing down actually matters CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 1 Min.
  • CW Pod with Scott Siepker: Are We Ready for What’s Coming? AI, Space & The Future of Everything

    CW Pod with Scott Siepker: Are We Ready for What’s Coming? AI, Space & The Future of Everything
    Apr 14 2026
    Chris Williams is joined by Scott Siepker for one of the most all-over-the-place episodes of the CW Pod. 🚀 Space, AI & The Future: From rocket launches to space debris fears, the guys go deep on where technology is headed—and whether humans are actually ready for it. 🤖 Are We Replacing Ourselves? A wild but real conversation about AI, automation, and what happens when humans don’t need to work anymore. Purpose vs progress. 🌍 War, Drones & Reality: How modern warfare is changing fast—from cheap drones to space-based tech—and why the next global conflict might look nothing like the last. 🎬 Throwback Movies & Nostalgia: Apollo 13, Top Gun, and why some ‘90s movies still hit… and others don’t. 🎙 Other topics include: • NASCAR trip memories + fatherhood moments • WrestleMania hype and pro wrestling nostalgia • Music rabbit holes (Joe Diffie, Avril Lavigne, and more) • Why humans might actually be the first intelligent life CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon, only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 19 Min.
  • CW Pod: Why Kyle Green Said Yes to UNI — And What Comes Next

    CW Pod: Why Kyle Green Said Yes to UNI — And What Comes Next
    Apr 9 2026
    Chris Williams sits down with new UNI Panthers men's basketball head coach Kyle Green for a quick-hitting conversation during one of the busiest weeks of his career. 🏀 The Opportunity of a Lifetime: Green talks about how quickly everything came together—and why UNI was the only job that could pull him away from T. J. Otzelberger’s staff at Iowa State. 🔥 Building a Program in 2026: From NIL to the transfer portal, Green dives into how mid-majors survive (and win) in the modern era—and why culture still has to come first. 💪 Identity = Defense: Expect a physical, tough, defensive-minded UNI team. Green explains how his time at Iowa State shaped his philosophy—and why effort and toughness are non-negotiables. 🏡 Why UNI Is Home: After 16 years in Cedar Falls, this isn’t just another job. It’s personal—and Green is focused on keeping the Panther “family” culture alive. 🎯 Recruiting Philosophy: High school players will still be the foundation, with the portal used to fill gaps—not rebuild entire rosters every year. 🎙 Other topics include: • The importance of relationships and transparency in today’s game • Why toughness beats talent (if you have to choose) • Keeping former players involved like Seth Tuttle • The challenge of constant roster turnover • Why Iowa remains a sneaky great basketball state CW Pod presented by Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Only on Iowa Everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 Min.
  • CW Pod: Georges Niang & Jess Settles Talk Sweet 16

    CW Pod: Georges Niang & Jess Settles Talk Sweet 16
    Mar 25 2026
    Chris Williams is joined by Iowa State great Georges Niang and Iowa Hawkeyes legend Jess Settles to break down the Cyclones and Hawkeyes as they prepare for the Sweet 16. Niang and Settles bring elite insight into what it takes to win in March, analyzing Iowa State’s matchup against Tennessee, the Cyclones’ identity, and how they can continue their run. What does the game look like with the status of Joshua Jefferson? On the other side, they dive into Iowa’s historic run to the Sweet 16, what’s clicking for the Hawkeyes, and how they could beat Nebraska. All this and more, courtesy of Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 Min.
  • CW Pod: Who killed Cinderella?

    CW Pod: Who killed Cinderella?
    Mar 19 2026
    Chris Williams discusses why it’s actually the transfer portal that is killing the little guys in the NCAA Tournament. Plus, a different type of “lifting me up,” all courtesy of Steeple Ridge Bourbon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 Min.