Local College Podcasts

On the Houston Sports Talk podcast, Author Robert Jacobus tells Host Robert Land how UH football legend Warren McVea received death threats because of his skin color. Jacobus explains how it affected how McVea played that game. Look for Jacobus’ book ‘Houston Cougars in the 1960s: Death Threats, the Veer Offense, and the Game of …

We look back on the Game of the Century when UH defeated UCLA on January 20th 1968 in the Astrodome. Over the years on our show, we reminisced about the game, the atmosphere & the man behind it all, Cougars Head Coach & Naismith Hall of Famer Guy V. Lewis. We talk to UH Legend …

Did Kelvin Sampson make any mistakes against Villanova?  Sports Radio 610’s Shaun Bijani joins host Robert Land to dissect the loss in the Elite 8 and pay respects on a gutsy season.  Is there a better college basketball coach in the country?  We look thru Sampson’s tenure and unravel the incredible turnaround of a fallen …

Should Jim Crane be crucified for the Correa negotiations and did Caserio mess up the Deshaun Watson trade?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr wonder if the Houston GM’s deserve some of the vitriol they’re  gotten after Correa and Deshaun departed Houston.  Robert gets into Crane’s accomplishments and the silver linings of the Correa deal, …

How far can the Houston Cougars get in the NCAA Tournament? Host Robert Land asks the Scott and Holman Pawdcast Hosts Sam Razz and Dustin Rensink if the Coogs will make it to the Final 4.  Should they have a higher seed?  Should Kelvin Sampson be the 2022 NCAA Coach of the Year?  Do the …

Which 2 NFL players got into Canton with Houston ties?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr hit on a Texan and a Houston native who got into the Hall of Fame.  We look at the Super Bowl from a Texans angle.  There’s some frustration over Christian Wood. We get real about Jae’Sean Tate’s future and …

Should anybody really be mad at the firing of David Culley?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at Culley’s ouster, the coaching candidates so far and why one assistant coach might be the favorite.  What’s happened to Rockets’ fan favorite Sengun?  We hit on his struggles and Robert shares what he’s seen from a …

What’s wrong with the Rockets defense?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr are back together and looking at where the holes are in the defense, the improvement of Jalen Green and Josh Christopher and what Eric Gordon is bringing.  Plus, there’s a new twist in the Deshaun Watson market, Caserio is making us eat crow …

How can the Rockets play Sengun more?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr try to convince Silas to play one of their best players and wonder why he can’t stop playing one of their worst.  We also get into Armoni’s improvement and feel a little gratitude towards Harden.  Plus, we question a rule that needs …

With their recent success, is it crazy to think the Rockets can still make a playoff run?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at the possibilities that have opened up after the last 2 weeks.  We also wonder what huge decision Rafael Stone has to make on their newest starter.  Plus, Berkman’s Hall of …

How can UH beat Cincinnati in the AAC Title game?  UH Cougars Insider and Scott and Holman Pawdcast Host Dustin Rensink joins Robert Land to preview the Cougars and the Bearcats.  We ask Rensink about the keys to the Coogs 11 game win streak, the potential of Alton McCaskill, the secret Heisman candidacy of Marcus …

We celebrate Justin Verlander’s shocking return to the Astros and an even more shocking win by the Texans.  SportsRadio 610’s Shaun Bijani joins Host Robert Land to figure out how the Astros rotation might come together with Verlander.  Does a starting pitcher need to be dealt and who might surprise us if they’re out of …

Why have the Rockets started winning?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr take full credit for the Rockets wins and an invigorated Christian Wood.
Did the Astros get better or worse by replacing Kendall Graveman with Hector Neris?  We look at a big decision for the Astros.  After their passing this week, we remember Oilers Hall …

Did Rockets’ GM Rafael Stone mess up the development of his players with a major mistake over the offseason?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at why KJ Martin and Alperen Sengun can’t see more minutes.  We also wonder if Jalen Green can turn into a superstar based on what we’re seeing early on. …

Who are the candidates to replace Correa?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at what free agent shortstops are available and what could be the real reason Brent Strom is leaving the Astros.  What numbers jump out with the Rockets early in the season?  We look at Christian Wood’s improvement, the best position on …

What were the key plays, players and moments from the Astros up and down World Series weekend? Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at Game 3, 4

and 5.  How does the pitching staff look headed to Game 6 and which Astros are due for a breakout game.  We also look at yet another Texans …

What did Dusty Baker and James Click that set up success for the Astros in Game 2?  Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at the key moments from the Astros 1st win at home in the World Series in 6 games.  Is it time to bench Bregman?  Robert asks a tough question nobody wants …

Hosts Robert Land and Stephen Kerr celebrate another Astros trip to the World Series.  Who were the heroes in the clincher against the Red Sox and what are the storylines in the World Series?  We also give some much needed love to Dusty Baker and Martin Maldonado.  Plus, it’s yet another pathetic offensive performance by …

How awesome was Framber’s performance in Game 5?  Robert Land and Stephen Kerr look at how Framber, Yordan and Altuve led the Astros to within one game of their 3rd World Series in the last 5 years.  We also wonder if the Texans are preparing to make another awful move, potentially trading Deshaun in the …

Could we find any positives from another Texans blowout?  Robert Land and Stephen Kerr grade out Davis Mills, wonder why the Texans won’t play Tytus at tackle and look at another Caserio boneheaded trade. Who did we make as this week’s Offensive and Defensive MVP?  We hand out our trophies.  Plus, the Aggies took care …