
Let It Fly
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
The LET IT FLY SHOW is a weekly sports podcast that connects fans to their favorite athletes and brings listeners never heard before stories, exclusive content, special guest appearances, and deep conversations covering all Nebraska sports and the top storylines from around the world.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
The LET IT FLY SHOW is a weekly sports podcast that connects fans to their favorite athletes and brings listeners never heard before stories, exclusive content, special guest appearances, and deep conversations covering all Nebraska sports and the top storylines from around the world.
Language:
English
Email:
pat@hurrdat.com
Episodes
The Let It Fly Show | Co-founder of the I-80 Club Josh Peterson Reveals if Husker Football Will Be Relevant Again
2/21/2026
Welcome back to The Let It Fly Show with another episode, joined this week by Josh Peterson, co-host of Unsportsmanlike Conduct on 1620 the Zone, and co-founder of the I80 Club. Josh has known Mike'l for decades, and this week they dive into the history they share, the importance of sports media, and Husker football and basketball.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction and preview of Josh Peterson
1:57 – Headline #1: Nebraska Basketball loses to Iowa
4:32 – Headline #2: Husker Spring Football starts on the 21st
7:10 – Headline #3: Creighton game previews
8:38 – Josh Peterson joins The Let It Fly Show/History of the I80 Club
10:36 – Creating a network of shows, what to offer, and how it came to be
13:35 – Going to Omaha North and the importance of the Career Center
16:08 – Unsportsmanlike Conduct, the dream for Josh in sports media
18:22 – How Josh's internship, plotting his takeover—From youngest intern to older member
23:40 – What has made 1620 the zone so lasting?
28:03 – Nebraska Football: Will Nebraska ever go back to being relevant? What's the biggest issue?
34:22 – Huskers' biggest villains from Josh's youth
37:34 – Change any one thing from the past 20 years for the Huskers
40:13 – Nebraska Basketball: Will this be the year the Huskers win a tournament game?
43:30 – Is Josh still a fan after joining the sports media business
48:07 – Random ranking of Huskers Coaches/where will Josh be in 10 years?
52:05 – Josh Peterson leaves The Let It Fly Show, Wrap up & Outro
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Duration:00:53:22
Let It Fly Show: Nebraska/Creighton Basketball Recaps & Jacob Padilla Interview
2/12/2026
Mike'l Severe breaks down a rollercoaster week for Nebraska sports live from Let It Fly in downtown Omaha. We dive deep into the "ebb and flow" of Nebraska basketball’s heart-stopping near-comeback against Purdue and Creighton’s miracle rally to beat Seton Hall.
Later, Jacob Padilla of Hurrdat Sports joins the show to analyze the Huskers' tournament trajectory and what the future holds for the Creighton core. We also peel back the curtain on the Bill Moos book, discussing the administrative dysfunction that nearly led to Chip Kelly or Dana Altman taking over in Lincoln.
In This Episode:
• Nebraska vs. Purdue: Mike'l Severe breaks down the 22-point deficit and the overtime thriller.
• The Creighton Comeback: How the Bluejays pulled off a 10-point swing in 90 seconds.
• The Bill Moos Book: A look at the Scott Frost extension, the Chip Kelly "what-if," and the Big 12 rumors.
• Spring Ball Preview: The arrival of the Anthony Colandrea era and the importance of the offensive line.
• Omaha Volleyball: Why the Supernovas and the Pro League are dominating the local market.
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Duration:00:52:49
The Let It Fly Show | Gina Mancuso: Nebraska Values Pro Volleyball
2/4/2026
Welcome back to The Let It Fly Show. We're joined by Gina Mancuso-Prososki this week, a player for the Omaha Supernovas. Gina joins the show to discuss her position as Director of Business Development, working with balancing family life as well as playing, and the importance of having Volleyball in the States.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction and Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
1:48 – Headline #1: Nebraska loses second game in a row against Illinois
5:02 – Headline #2: Creighton loses to UConn. Most lopsided loss under Mac
7:01 – Headline #3: Josh Martin is leaving Nebraska. Is special teams in jeopardy?
10:13 – Gina Mancuso-Prososki joins the show—working as Director of Business Development
13:03 – What ideas are floating around for the third year?
14:06 – Family life and managing balance while with the Supernovas
18:29 – The importance of playing at home, staying in the States to play. What was the best place to visit?
22:40 – Gina's podcast: The Major League Minute
23:58 – Unspoken competition between leagues, how to balance competition and support
27:56 – Chanelling coming up short and finding empowerment in the past
30:51 – Working in-state. What about Nebraska creates so many great Volleyball players?
32:08 – Being the first Nebraskan to win the Gatorade National Player of the Year
33:49 – Gina breaks down this year's Supernova team. Predictions for the season
35:15 – How Gina met and married Masen Prososki, and welcomed their daughter into the world
39:53 – What does Gina see in her future with the Supernovas?
41:51 – Farewell to Gina, Wrap up & Outro
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Duration:00:43:36
The Let It Fly Show | Former NE Basketball Captain Andy Markowski: Why This Team Is Different
2/2/2026
The Let It Fly Show is back! In this episode, Andy Markowski joins the show to talk everything Nebraska Basketball. Player, broadcaster, and coach, Andy has all the insights to break down the Huskers' track record so far, following their first loss, putting them 20-1.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction & Specials at the Let It Fly sports bar.
1:42 – Headline #1: Nebraska loses first game to Michigan.
4:43 – Headline #2: Creighton Vs. Marquette. Creighton's worst first-half?
5:54 – Headline #3: Senior Bowl coming up, practice highlights.
7:49 – Andy Markowski joins The Let It Fly Show—life as a coach and a parent at the same time.
10:33 – Nebraska loses their first game. What has changed about the team that works now?
15:41 – Sam Hoiberg, growth of his performance when his team makes space.
17:17 – How the Huskers played without two of their best players.
18:50 – Loss against Michigan, frustration with losing from calls out of your control
20:20 – Preview of Huskers vs Illinois, do you change?
23:04 – Markowski's thoughts on the smaller lineup
24:30 – Branden Frager putting in the work, trusting in older teammates
32:30 – Wrap up & Outro
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Duration:00:34:12
The Let It Fly Show | 2025 Outland Trophy Winner Spencer Fano and Former Husker David Rimington
1/21/2026
Welcome back to The Let It Fly Show. In this episode, Spencer Fano, the 2025 Outland Trophy winner, and Dave Rimington, College Football Hall of Famer and namesake of the Rimington Trophy, join the Let It Fly Show. The conversation spans generations of elite offensive line play, from Fano’s rise at Utah and preparation for the NFL Combine, to Rimington’s legendary Nebraska career and reflections on the evolution of college football. The episode also breaks down major college football and basketball headlines, NIL and the transfer portal, and what it truly takes to build success on and off the field.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction & Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
1:55 – Headline #1: Indiana makes history going 16-0 in the National Championship
4:13 – Headline #2: Nebraska Basketball reaches rank #7, setting up for playing Michigan
5:59 – Headline #3: Creighton Basketball needs to step up for the tournament
7:33 – Spencer Fano & Dave Rimington join the Let It Fly Show
8:02 – Winning the Outland Trophy, Spencer and David's story
9:57 – What was recruiting like for Spencer? BYU consideration
11:52 – David's recruiting story. What other options were there?
13:21 – Transition at Utah, from struggling to success
14:45 – David's take on NIL & the Portal. Will College Football implode without Portal changes
19:35 – Logan Jones wins the Rimington Award, Iowa wins the Joe Moore Award instead of Utah
21:17 – Indiana becomes a new face of College Football
24:41 – What's next for Spencer Fano? His history with sports, support from parents
27:36 – The Boomer Esiasion Foundation—Giving back
32:00 – Wrap Up & Outro
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Duration:00:33:18
The Let It Fly Show | Reivers Legacy Coach Scott Strohmeier Breaks Down Junior College Football Recruiting
1/16/2026
Welcome back to the Let It Fly Show. This episode, Mike'l Severe and Josh Jones are joined by Scott Strohmeier, head coach of Iowa Western, and discuss everything junior college football. From Coach Strohmeier's 19 years of experience with Iowa Western, to how recruitment has evolved since the portal, and what his keys are to empowering his players to be the strongest versions of themselves.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction & The Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
2:29 – Headline #1: Nebraska Basketball. How likely is it to go 20-0?
8:24 – Headline #2: Where former Nebraska players are headed. Dylan Raiola to Oregon
11:29 – Headline #3: Creighton's massive comeback against Georgetown
16:26 – Scott Strohmeier, Reiver's Head Coach, joins the show and reflects on the support he was shown this last season.
20:35 – Breaking down the last Coaching Conference. How the Portal changed everything
24:57 – Are Junior Colleges feeders into larger Universities? How have feeder programs evolved?
28:18 – The importance of scholarship offers and opportunities over money
31:09 – Iowa Western's Defensive line. 74 Sacks in a season
33:15 – IW's Quarterbacks, coaching to your players' strengths to win championships
35:50 – Andy Burburija commits to Nebraska. What can the Huskers expect?
38:39 – Advice to High Schoolers: Open the most doors for the future
44:46 – Dylan Van Dyke's what he brings
47:46 – Time to move on from IW? Has Strohmeier accomplished everything he could at IW?
53:33 – Coach Strohmeier leaves the Let It Fly Show/Nebraska's new recruits
57:30 – Wrap up & Outro
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Duration:00:58:16
The Let It Fly Show | Nebrasketball's 15-0 Streak And Top 5 Matchup With Mike Shautter
1/8/2026
Welcome back to the Let It Fly Show! This week, Mike'l Severe and Josh Jones sit down with Mike Sautter as they dive into Husker Basketball's historic 15-0 streak, a feat they've not had since 1966.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction & The Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
2:06 – Headline #1: Huskers have found their new quarterback—Anthony Colandrea
11:24 – Headline #2: Nebraska Basketball 15-0, their next game. Preview of the full discussion
13:37 – Headline #3: Football Big 10 Semifinals predictions
17:36 – Mike Sautter joins the Let It Fly Show
18:59 – Nebraska Basketball: What makes them good? Rienk Mast connects the team
25:50 – Braden Frager's confidence is unmatched, how he's grown
27:59 – Does the position Nebraska's in matter if they don't win NCAA
29:44 – Nebraska VS. Indiana on Jan 10th, and the games ahead.
32:22 – What was the bigger win? At home against Michigan State, or away at Ohio State?
40:04 – Creighton basketball is 9-6, discussion for the game 1/7 (episode recorded prior)
46:28 – Final question: High School Basketball. Who is the best player?
59:24 – Mike Sautter exits the Let It Fly Show/Nebraska VS. Indiana
1:01:41 – Wrap up & Outro
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Duration:01:02:18
The Let It Fly Show | Mitch Sherman Breaks Down Rhule's Year 3. Has Progress Been Made?
12/12/2025
Welcome back to the Let It Fly Show. This week, Mike'l Severe and Josh Jones break down the state of the Huskers with guest Mitch Sherman. Nebraska is facing big changes, and the Let It Fly Show dives into how much progress Nebraska has really made, how firings will affect the Huskers, and if Dylan Raiola will remain with the team.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
3:45 – Headline #1: Nebraska is going to Vegas
7:59 – Headline #2: Nebraska Basketball is 10-0
10:17 – Headline #3: Creighton is 5-4
11:38 – Mitch Sherman joins the Let It Fly Show
13:06 – How long has Mitch covered Nebraska/Huskers in the 90s
19:05 – Year 3 for Coach Rhule, how do you judge this season?
23:00 – Will the O-line & D-line be different with the same people?
27:40 – Donovan Raiola and John Butler, has Year 3 been played like Year 2?
28:49 – Will Dylan Raiola be leaving?
34:50 – Huskers and Utah, how should Huskers play?
39:38 – 3 What-If scenarios for Mitch
46:18 – How do we invest in players to return to the glory days?
52:38 – Wrap up & outro
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Duration:00:55:53
The Let It Fly Show | Huskers Sign 10 Recruits This Year with Tim Verghese
12/5/2025
This week, Mike’l Severe and Josh Jones are joined by Tim Verghese. They break down Nebraska’s third loss against Iowa since Rhule, and discuss John Butler being let go by the Huskers.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
2:10 – Headline #1: Nebraska vs. Iowa. John Butler is out
5:35 – Headline #2: Signing Day, Nebraska signs 10 people
9:17 – Headline #3: Creighton wins two in a row. Jasen Green needs consistency
12:45 – Tim Verghese joins the Let It Fly Show
13:33 – Should fans be worried with only 10 commits?
17:45 – Where is the Huskers program at right now?
20:56 – Is Raiola leaving/Who's the best quarterback in the past decade?
25:16 – When was the last time a throw down field was accurate?
28:47 – What causes high school star quarterbacks to fall short?
31:37 – Dana Holgorsen's ever-evolving offense
36:40 – Where does Tim want to see the Defensive Coordinator go?
40:33 – Will they take a step back next year?
43:56 – What were Tim's goals for this season? (8 to 9 wins)
50:11 – Future of the defensive shift? Who could replace John Butler?
1:02:07 – Wrap up & outro
#LetItFlyShow #TimVerghese #Huskers #GBR #NebraskaFootball #BigTen #CollegeFootballTalk
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Duration:01:04:23
The Let It Fly Show | Niles Paul: My Worst Game Made Me A Better Player
11/26/2025
Mike’l Severe and Josh Jones are joined by former Husker/NFL veteran Niles Paul. This episode breaks down Nebraska’s physical loss at Penn State, Nebraska basketball’s non-conference stretch, keys for the upcoming Iowa game, and talk with Niles about his playing career, injuries, coaching, and life after the NFL.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
1:24 – Headline #1: Nebraska vs. Penn State. The beatdown breakdown
6:43 – Headline #2: Nebraska Basketball is 6/0
9:30 – Headline #3: Creighton Basketball is struggling
11:40 – Nebraska's special teams with Mike Ekeler, is the QB change hurting Nebraska?
14:06 – Niles Paul joins the Let It Fly Show
14:34 – Niles on coaching at Omaha North & giving back
16:10 – What was it like stepping away from the game?
18:16 – Niles on injuries, surgeries, and concussions
22:52 – Best support through poor mental health
24:16 – When did Niles realize he could make it big?
26:38 – Niles on transitioning to Taylor Martinez as the season starts
27:49 – Favorite Husker moments (Pacific Holiday Bowl MVP, Oklahoma State)
31:38 – Santana Moss, Lorenzo Alexander & earning a spot as a rookie
33:01 – Mike Shanahan call: “Can you play tight end?”
34:44 – Becoming a special-teams captain. Earning respect
38:40 – High school with Phil Bates: rivalry, recruiting & chemistry
40:26 – Recruiting: Michigan, Texas and choosing Nebraska
43:11 – All-Time favorite teammates from college and pros
44:46 – Pro teammates, the “Bash Brothers,” and special-teams culture
49:50 – Keys for the Iowa game. “The Big Payback” & “It’s a Man’s World”
51:20 – "I Got It Made" Special-teams edge. One play decides it
52:34 – "Wide Receiver" Nebraska’s receiving advantage. Make catches, break tackles
54:02 – Score predictions (Mike’l / Josh)
55:18 – Special Ed "I Got It Made" lyrics
56:19 – Wrap, sign-off & outro
#LetItFlyShow #NilesPaul #Huskers #GBR #NebraskaFootball #BigTen #CollegeFootballTalk
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Duration:00:56:28
The Let It Fly Show | Raiola Decommits, TJ Leteef, & Penn State Preview
11/21/2025
Mike'l Severe is solo this week. Niles Paul had to reschedule, but the show goes on, and this week Mike'l breaks down Nebraska basketball’s second-half vs Oklahoma, then moves into a full Nebraska at Penn State preview: matchup context, roster news, Dylan Raiola’s decommit, keys, and a late-game prediction.
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Timestamps
0:00 – Welcome / Let It Fly Sports Bar specials
2:01 – Headline #1: Nebraska Basketball. (Sanford Pentagon, Vs. Oklahoma)
5:26 – Headline #2: Nebraska Football. Preview of Penn State Game discussion
8:56 – Headline #3: Dayton Raiola decommits from Nebraska
13:18 – Nebraska Vs. Penn State stats and basics. Closer than you think.
17:45 – Keys to the game
17:53 – Key #1: Walk 500 Miles, Nebraska needs to run the ground this game
19:36 – Key #2: Under Pressure, TJ Lateef needs to manage Penn State's Pressure
21:38 – Key #3: Miami, Get Jacory Barney involved
23:52 – Score prediction. Mike'l predicts everything goes right for Nebraska
25:14 – Picks to click: tight end targets (Luke Lindmire, Hinrich Harber)
26:03 – Wrap up & Outro
#LetItFlyShow #Huskers #GBR #NebraskaFootball #PennState #BigTen #CollegeFootballTalk
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Duration:00:27:14
The Let It Fly Show | Jon Walker on Creighton’s Gonzaga Loss & the Vegas Stretch
11/17/2025
The Let It Fly Show returns from the Let It Fly Sports Bar with hosts Mike’l Severe and Josh Jones, joined by Jon Walker, Creighton Bluejays beat reporter for the Omaha World-Herald. They break down Creighton’s rough night at Gonzaga, the chemistry questions with nine newcomers, and what the upcoming Vegas stretch will reveal about this team.
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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & local talk
3:05 – NBA Tangent, Michael Ray Richardson
5:50 – Headline #1: Creighton's largest point differential loss since 1981
10:07 – Headline #2: Nebraska wins. TJ Lateef, Emmett Johnson breaking records
13:51 – Headline #3: Nerbaska Basketball gets a win against Maryland
15:45 – Jon Walker joins the Let It Fly
16:10 – Did Creighton have a bad half?
18:06 – Off night, or is this Creighton team not as good as we thought?
19:16 – First half breakdown, who's the "glue"?
23:22 – Last time Creighton lost this poorly was against Nebraska in 1981
26:14 – Who is the player that's outplayed Jon Walker's expectation?
29:27 – The Big East, what happened to the hype?
31:57 – Previewing the games ahead. Will Creighton learn from Gonxaga
36:18 – St. John's vs Alabama, could it take Creighton all season to lock in?
38:24 – Best/worst case scenarios & what a 3–1 stretch means
40:54 – Wrap and sign-off
#LetItFlyShow #Creighton #CollegeBasketball #Gonzaga #BigEast #OmahaSports
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Duration:00:42:06
The Let It Fly Show | Mike Schaefer Breaks Down Husker Special Teams and Dylan Raiola
10/10/2025
The Let It Fly Show is back at Let It Fly Sports Bar. Mike’l Severe and Josh Jones sit down with Mike Schaefer from Nebraska 247 to cut through the portal noise, explain what real recruiting looks like in 2025, and why special teams might be the difference-maker for the Huskers this year. Plus: pocket play for Dylan, protection talk, score predictions, and the keys Nebraska needs on the road.
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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Introduction
2:50 – Headlines: Nebraska vs. Michigan State recap
7:00 – Headlines: Volleyball shoutouts & Big Ten/Big East preseason talk
10:27 – Mike Schaefer joins the Let It Fly Show, history covering Nebraska
14:30 – Early career stories: covering Nebraska and Bo Pelini
20:30 – Conference changes and media evolution
23:10 – Recruiting then vs now: Huddle, Twitter, and feature storytelling
27:12 – What Coach Rule is changing — control, structure, and culture
32:40 – Will Nebraska keep the momentum? Special Teams importance
37:17 – Portal math: how many HS guys vs. portal pieces you actually need
40:04 – Dylan Raiola as he gets hit: eyes down, scrambling, limiting the offense
43:05 – Freshman QB scouting: patience, decision-making, and letting it rip
44:11 – Why the criticism is so loud. QB development takes time
47:56 – Three game predictions: kickoff return, tipped INT, or Raiola rushing TD
50:00 – Caleb Benning & return craft: vision, pacing, and why returns aren’t just speed
51:49 – Score predictions & game feel: expecting a low-scoring, defensive battle
55:43 – “One wish” sports debate. Guardians World Series vs. Vikings Super Bowl
58:05 – How fatherhood changed the grind: deadlines, travel, and carving out family time
59:49 – Wraps & thanks: Mike Schaefer signs off
1:00:37 – Keys to the game: protect the QB, win third down, and start fast
1:03:12 – Final score predictions
1:03:53 – Outro
#LetItFlyShow #NebraskaFootball #MikeSchaefer #GoBigRed #MattRhule #DylanRaiola
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Duration:01:04:27
Let It Fly Show | Is Assistant Coach Mitch Ballock the Key for Creighton
10/2/2025
The Let It Fly Show is back with a full slate from hoops to the Huskers. Mike'l Severe and Josh Jones sit down with Creighton legend Mitch Ballock to talk about his Bluejay career, his journey from small-town Kansas to Omaha, and what it takes to be an elite shooter. Then the guys turn to football: what Nebraska must do to bounce back against Michigan State after the bye.
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⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 – Intro & catch-up at Let It Fly
3:23 – Headlines—Bud Crawford pulled over, Nebraska vs. Michigan State
19:57 – Coach Mitch Ballock joins the Let It Fly Show
21:30 – Elevating to Assistant Coach
23:14 – What's it like working with Coach Mac?
25:33 – When did coaching begin?
27:39 – What kind of players does Creighton recruit?
30:32 – Surprises about coaching & how it's changed
34:24 – Taking it to the next level after football.
36:03 – The six-man role story: buy-in over pride
37:04 – Culture talk: building a team that’s bigger than any individual
38:03 – Transfer era realities: onboarding more new players, faster
41:33 – Coach Mack’s coaching run: resilience, scheming, and the Georgetown bounceback
42:11 – Big East coaching landscape: X’s & O’s, NIL and the no-easy-wins reality
46:44 – Super-conference talk: TV money, scheduling, and competition questions
48:00 – Mitch Personal: growing up youngest of six, competitiveness & family grind
49:03 – Left-handers in basketball
51:26 – “Secret sauce” conversation: staff roles, game plans & coaching process
53:48 – Tournament what-if: the San Diego State foul
55:12 – Creighton’s culture, legacy players, and recruiting momentum
57:22 – Transition: Coach Ballock sign-off and keys to the Saturday game
1:01:24 – Score predictions, betting line context & final prognostications
1:03:53 – Outro
#LetItFlyShow #Creighton #NebraskaFootball #MitchBallock #CollegeBasketball #GoBigRed
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Duration:01:31:11
Bud Crawford Takes Over Omaha + The 2 Fixes Huskers Need Now
9/25/2025
Mike’l Severe and Josh Jones are live from Let It Fly Sports Bar breaking down a massive week in Nebraska sports.
Bud Crawford Parade (Sat.)Nebraska–Michigan recapHuskers’ new identitypass-first teamNext 4 games outlookHoops updates📍 Let It Fly Sports Bar – 3 Omaha locations: Capital District • Elkhorn • La Vista (City Centre Mall)
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⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Intro & sponsor shoutout
01:20 Bud Crawford parade preview
12:05 Nebraska–Michigan takeaways
20:30 Huskers’ pass-first pivot
26:40 Next 4 games outlook
31:00 Nebraska & Creighton hoops notes
34:40 Wrap
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Duration:00:35:08
The Let It Fly Show | Crawford Vs. Canelo: Bud the Greatest Nebraska Athlete?
9/12/2025
Welcome back to The Let It Fly Show! This week, host Mike'l Severe dives deep into the most exciting upcoming games and possibly the biggest match this year, Crawford vs. Canelo. Diving into how the match may go and where to place your bets.
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⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
04:17 – Tory Pittman, Omaha Central and Omaha North
06:14 – Headlines: Nebraska vs. Akron, Nebraska vs. Houston Christian, Florida vs. LSU, Georgia vs. Tennessee, Texas vs. Notre Dame, Millard West vs. Westside, & Millard South vs. Kearney
14:12 – Crawford versus Canelo. Who wins?
20:16 – Where to bet on Crawford vs. Canelo
23:13 – Will this cement Bud as the greatest athlete from Nebraska?
27:13 – Outro & wrap up
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Duration:00:28:47
Jay Foreman Breaks Down Nebraska’s KC Win & What Comes Next | Let It Fly Show
9/5/2025
Nebraska edges Cincinnati 22–17 in Kansas City. Akron is up next. Former Blackshirt & NFL linebacker Jay Foreman joins us at Let It Fly Sports Bar to talk about the Huskers’ win, the culture shift under Matt Rhule, what it’ll take to shed mediocrity, and the keys to beating Akron. Plus NFL kickoff talk, Super Bowl picks, and Husker Volleyball’s comeback win.
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Duration:00:47:47
The Let It Fly Show | Dirk Chatelain Knows How the Huskers Lost Their Edge
8/21/2025
Welcome back to The Let It Fly Show! This week, Mike'l Severe sits down with longtime Omaha World-Herald columnist and author Dirk Chatlin (author of 24th in Glory). Dirk walks us through Nebraska’s talent pipeline, the conference changes that reshaped the program, coaching hires from Riley to Frost to Rhule, and what it’ll take for this team to finally take the next step.
📍 Filmed at Let It Fly Sports Bar, downtown Omaha
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Duration:00:56:26
The Let It Fly Show | MMA Fighter Wayne Sullivan, Crawford vs. Canelo & Notre Dame vs. Ohio State
1/16/2025
Mike'l and Josh are joined by star MMA star Wayne Sullivan. Wayne is a MMA fighter and entrepreneur from Omaha, NE. He joins the show days before his heavyweight fight on the Dynasty Combat " New Year Knockouts" card at Liberty First Credit Union Arena in Ralston, NE. The guys discuss Wayne's career, his upcoming fight, his businesses, his relationship with World Champion boxer Terence Crawford, the rise of MMA fighting in Omaha, and more. Mike'l and Josh discuss one of the hottest topics in sports and boxing right now, a mega fight between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez this year. They also discuss the College Football Championship between Notre Dame and Ohio State, the transfer portal, Husker Football, and Creighton Basketball.
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Duration:00:51:31
The Let It Fly Show | #1 High School Basketball Player in #Nebraska Bryson Bahl & Nebraska Football
12/13/2024
Mike'l is joined by the #1 high school basketball player in Nebraska, Papio South star forward Bryson Bahl. Bryson is the top-ranked player in Nebraska, and a South Dakota State commit. The guys discuss this year's Papio South team, Bryson's recruitment, his relationship with his sister Jordy Bahl, his family, his decision to pick South Dakota State, his summer AAU team, and career goals. Mike'l also discusses some of the week's top headlines, including Nebraska Football's bowl game, the Huskers in the portal, and other sports headlines.
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Duration:00:28:00