What if we had a podcast and only one person showed up? We work to have at least something up by Monday morning podcast-wise, but this week Travis had to fly solo. Casey was busy with basketball stuff, while Jace and Kyle wanted to save a lot of their stuff for later in the week with football signing day. That means we get a filibuster this week, and Travis has three main things to talk about: Men's basketball continues to be on a roll, so does that mean this is finally the year? Women's basketb...
Jan 30, 2023•28 min
Purdue is through one of its more difficult stretches of the season, as the Boilermakers followed up their lone loss with a tough stretch of four road games in five over a two week stretch, followed by a difficult home game against Maryland. They won them all, however, and they get a nice break here before heading to Michigan. Travis, Jace, and Casey are here to talk about that and more in the latest Boiler Upload Podcast, including: Jace has some notes on 2023 and 2024 recruiting with who has v...
Jan 23, 2023•35 min
Boiler Tracks Show by Boiler Upload with Big Ten Network Basketball Analyst & Former Purdue Guard, Rapheal Davis. Rapheal Davis joins the show to talk about his thoughts on Purdue's season thus far, freshmen Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith breaking onto the scene, what the Boilermakers need to do moving forward and Purdue having the best four men in the country? Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue ...
Jan 20, 2023•26 min
This week's edition of the Boiler Upload Podcast is a three-man version. Casey is out again this week, but Kyle, Travis, and Jace get together to discuss a lot of happenings with football and basketball, including: The football recruiting dead period is over! It's time for the offers to pile up. Speaking of transfers, Purdue has one coaching spot open, and a legend might be looking for a job. Matt Painter got win No. 400 at Purdue, yet still is underappreciated. Jace also saw Kanon Catchings in ...
Jan 16, 2023•28 min
The Boiler Upload Podcast is back! It has been a busy couple of weeks with the holidays, football, basketball, and more going on, but Travis, Kyle, and Jace are back each week now through at least basketball season and ready to discuss Purdue. This episode is a football-centric podcast, including: How well is Purdue looking in the transfer portal? How well has Ryan Walters done to keep the roster mostly intact with returning players? What does the quarterback situation look like with Brady Allen...
Jan 10, 2023•33 min
Boiler Tracks Show by Boiler Upload with future Purdue Boilermaker and 2023 Purdue football commit, Ethan Trent! Ethan joins the show to talk about his decision to join Purdue as a preferred walk-on, the legacy of his brother Tyler, what Purdue means to him and his family, how he sees himself fitting in with the team and more. Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of ...
Dec 28, 2022•10 min
This week we have a special guest on the Behind the Rails Podcast. It is part of a two-parter, as this week Travis and Kory welcome Daniel Williams of the The Geauxlden Boot, a podcast all about the LSU Tigers. Daniel is here to give us all the insight in advance of the Citrus Bowl between Purdue and LSU, including: Who is opting out of the game for LSU? How does the defense match up against a Purdue offense that will be very different than we have seen all year? What makes the LSU offense go? H...
Dec 27, 2022•32 min
Boiler Tracks Show by Boiler Upload with former Purdue guard, professional basketball veteran and author, Kelsey Barlow! Kelsey Barlow joins the show to talk about the books he will be releasing, his movie "The Organization of Mind", living in Argentina, reflecting on his Purdue career and why Braden Smith should go to the NBA. Check out Kelsey's work at: https://www.stambi.com/ Warning: This interview contains explicit language Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals net...
Dec 23, 2022•44 min
Purdue was able to sign the bulk of its 2023 football recruiting class on Wednesday, and that comes after an eventful couple of weeks around the program. New coach Ryan Walters was able to hang on to many of recruits that were already committed, and he even added a nice piece that could be an instant impact player as a surprise. Jace and Travis discuss all this and more in the wrap up of signing day: We welcome Ethan Trent, the younger brother of Tyler Trent, who formally accepted a preferred wa...
Dec 22, 2022•24 min
Even though it was Finals week, there was still a lot of Purdue comings and goings. The men's basketball team defended its No. 1 ranking and will probably stay there for the second straight week. We also got a new football coach. On this edition of the Boiler Upload podcast Travis and Casey talk some basketball and more: Purdue is winning ugly, but winning is winning. Travis and Casey agree that the last two games were the type last year's team probably loses. When is the first loss coming? Purd...
Dec 19, 2022•34 min
Boiler Tracks Show by Boiler Upload with Purdue Cradle of Quarterbacks member, College Football Hall of Famer & Director of Leadership and Alumni Engagement of the John Purdue Club, Mark Herrmann! Mark Herrmann joins the show to discuss the hiring of Ryan Walters, Drew Brees returning to become interim assistant coach, his role with the John Purdue Club, Purdue's opt-outs in the Citrus Bowl and more! Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you ...
Dec 16, 2022•31 min
Illinois Rivals site "Orange and Blue News" publisher Doug Bucshon talks about former Illinois defensive coordinator Ryan Walters being named Purdue's new head football coach.
Dec 14, 2022•14 min
Boiler Tracks Show by Boiler Upload with former Purdue safties Brennan and Jake Thieneman and 2023 Purdue football commit, Dillon Thieneman. The Thieneman brothers join the show to talk about Purdue hiring Ryan Walters as head football coach, being a Boilermaker family, Jeff Brohm's impact at Purdue and share stories from growing up together. Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fe...
Dec 14, 2022•24 min
It took a little over a week, but Purdue has a new football coach. Ryan Walters is a young and up and coming coach who has been a successful assistant and coordinator, but the 2023 season in West Lafayette will be his first as a head coach. On the latest edition of the Boiler Upload Podcast Travis, Kyle, and Jace discuss the hire and give their initial thoughts: Just what type of coach is Walters? What type of system does he run? What incoming recruits saying? What needs will coach Walters attem...
Dec 14, 2022•30 min
Though nothing is official, at least at the time of this recording, in regards to the Purdue football coaching opening, there are a lot of rumors that the search may be nearing its end. The name Tyson Helton from Western Kentucky appears to be the current leader, but we recognize the situation is very fluid. Sunday night Kyle and Travis got together to talk about Tyson Helton and what he would mean for Purdue: Just what is his background? What about quarterback Austin Reed, who is already in the...
Dec 12, 2022•27 min
We have few rules here at Boiler Upload, but one of them is that when there is a head coaching vacancy we need to do an emergency podcast about it. Casey is busy with basketball tonight, but we have Kyle on board to join Jace and myself as we discuss Jeff Brohm's departure from Purdue: What are some of the current players and recruits saying behind the scenes? Where is Purdue as a program as it looks for a new coach? How are things different now compared to six years ago when Jeff Brohm was hire...
Dec 08, 2022•29 min
Purdue's trip to the Big Ten championship game is complete. Even though the Boilers fell, they acquitted themselves well and at least made Michigan earn it. This week Kory and Travis are here to talk about Saturday night in Indy: We hit on the positives to take from both the game and the season. We discuss the Jeff Brohm situation and what it means going forward. We talk about Michigan's athleticism and how it won out in the end. We discuss why you don't settle for field goals when down 12 in th...
Dec 06, 2022•22 min
It was another big weekend for Purdue sports, so Travis, Jace, and Casey are here to talk about it: Purdue falls in the Big Ten championship game, but there were encouraging signs for the program. Charlie Jones now holds a new school record for receiving yards in a season. How was the crowd in Indy? Basketball gets off to a great start in Big Ten play. Zach Edey = Good at basketball. Trey Kaufman-Renn has a breakout. Fletcher Loyer is also good at basketball. As always, the Boiler Upload Podcast...
Dec 05, 2022•29 min
It's Big Ten championship week, and with the extra game this year we get to talk about more football. Purdue is in Indianapolis this week as a big underdog to Michigan, but they do have a chance. Travis and Kory take a look at the Wolverines this week, including: Kory talks about why he had to sit for much of the Michigan game in 2007. He also recounts the 2008 win over Michigan with Justin Siller & Co. We look at the strong rushing attack and Michigan's excellent offense. We go over the lit...
Dec 02, 2022•33 min
Brand new of the Boiler Tracks Show with Former Purdue quarterback, Cradle of Quarterbacks member and NFL All-Pro, Jim Everett! Jim joins the show to talk about the state of Purdue athletics, his thoughts on Jeff Brohm and the Boilermaker football program, Purdue being "home" and trying to make peace with Jim Rome! Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of the media....
Nov 30, 2022•29 min
Purdue is the champion of the Big Ten West! Regardless of how it got there, the Boilers have accomplished something that has never been done in program history and they are off to the Big Ten Championship game. Kory and Travis recap the Old Oaken Bucket win over Indiana, including: Kory's high praise for Devin Mockobee continues. What did Kory see from Purdue, especially defensively, against the Hoosiers? The injury to IU quarterback Dexter Williams II was a major factor. How does a West title h...
Nov 29, 2022•28 min
On a weekend where Purdue football wins its first divisional championship in program history and the men's basketball team wins the Phil Knight Legacy with convincing wins over West Virginia, Gonzaga, and Duke Casey, Travis, and Jace have an awful lot to talk about. What does a divisional title mean for the program? How does Purdue stack up against a daunting opponent in Michigan? Who are the standouts on both sides of the ball for the Wolverines? Purdue's young backcourt has been excellent so f...
Nov 28, 2022•33 min
The newest episode of the Boiler Tracks Show with former Purdue wide receiver Danny Anthrop! Danny joins the show to talk about Purdue's evolution under Jeff Brohm, his experiences playing at Purdue, his brother Jackson being drafted in the XFL, what going to the Big Ten Championship game would mean for the program and more. Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of th...
Nov 24, 2022•39 min
It is Old Oaken Bucket week, and that means Purdue is getting ready to face the Hoosiers. This week Kory and Travis take a look back at the lackluster 17-9 Purdue win over Northwestern. Also, because it is Thanksgiving, they take a look ahead at the Indiana Hoosiers. Among the topics covered: Purdue's commitment to running the ball vs. Northwestern and how it at least kept the clock moving. Kory reacts to Jalen Graham's penalty that removed a touchdown. We look ahead to what Purdue needs to do i...
Nov 22, 2022•29 min
Welcome to this week's edition of hte Boiler Upload podcast with Travis Miller, Casey Bartley, and Jace Jellison. This week the crew discusses Purdue's 17-9 win over Northwestern and how you can somehow be disappointed with an 8 win season. They also touch on the growth of the men's basketball team and how the women's team is off to an excellent 4-0 start.
Nov 21, 2022•27 min
The newest episode of the Boiler Tracks Show with 2-Time B1G Defensive Player of the Year & Former Purdue Guard, Chris Kramer! Chris joins the show to talk about Purdue's early season performances, what he's seen out of Braden Smith, his experiences at Purdue and more! Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of the media.
Nov 18, 2022•45 min
We have a very special show this week. In addition to touching on Purdue's big win at Illinois we have a special guest. Josh Castle, the uncle and talkative member of the Devin Mockobee family comes on to discuss the meteoric rise of Purdue redshirt freshman Devin Mockobee. We discuss how COVID affected his recruitment and how he was initially a defensive back before having a breakout junior season at Boonville High School in Southern Indiana. Kory has high praise for Devin throughout and Josh t...
Nov 16, 2022•29 min
Newest episode of the Boiler Tracks Show with Former All-Big Ten Forward and Purdue Athletics Hall of Famer, Walter Jordan! Walter joins the show to talk about his induction into the Leroy Keyes Purdue Athletics Hall of Fame, his memories playing in Mackey Arena, and more! Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of the media.
Nov 16, 2022•29 min
Welcome to the new Boiler Upload Podcast. once a week Casey, Travis, and Jace will sit down to talk about the state of Purdue sports, centering on football and men's basketball. This week the show begins with a look at where football is after the Illinois win. We discuss if it is worth making it to the Big Ten championship game and what it can mean for the program. We then switch over to basketball. The team is off to a 2-0 start and Casey is already coming in hot. He believes Purdue could be a ...
Nov 15, 2022•36 min
Boiler Tracks #5 with Former Purdue Football Running Back, Markell Jones! Markell joins the show to talk about Purdue's upcoming game against Illinois, what he's been up to after football, Jeff Brohm as the coach at Purdue, his thoughts on Devin Mockobee and more! Welcome to Boiler Tracks! A show by Boiler Upload of the Rivals network, where we bring you interviews and discussions with Purdue athletes, coaches and fellow members of the media.
Nov 11, 2022•33 min