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On Second Thought

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Austin, Texas Sports Writers Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden talk about Longhorns sports and other subjects. - From the Austin American Statesman.
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Ep. 212: Texas ex Rod Babers on “The Eyes” committee finding; Can Shaka’s Horns make a deep postseason run?

With the University of Texas announcing that its “Eyes of Texas” history committee found no racial intent in the penning of the longtime school song, 104.9 The Horn sports talk personality and former Longhorn great Rod Babers checks in with On Second Thought hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden to discuss the fallout.The guys hit on the chances of theTexas basketball team making a deep run in NCAAs as the No. 13 Horns prep for Thursday’s Big 12 conference tourney opener against Texas Tech and disc...

Mar 11, 202149 min

Ep. 211: ESPN’s Fran Fraschilla on Texas’ tourney chances, “The Eyes” debate

The Texas Longhorns are 4-5 in their last nine games with the Big 12 tournament right around the corner and ESPN college basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla joins the On Second Thought podcast to explain what will have to happen for the Horns to regain some momentum before the NCAAs.Also, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden give their take on how the Texas administration has handled the latest “Eyes of Texas” controversy which centers around published angry emails sent to university and claims fro...

Mar 04, 202137 min

Ep. 210; Did Shaka’s Horns just turn the corner with the Kansas win? Vic Schaefer on the Texas women

The Texas Longhorns just notched the biggest win of the Shaka Smart era with a 75-72 overtime triumph over Kansas, beating the Jayhawks twice in the regular for the first time in school history.In this week’s On Second Thought podcast, you will hear Smart’s reaction after the game while hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls break down how it could affect the Horns moving forward.Women’s coach Vic Schaefer joins the show to discuss how the Longhorns are shaping up with the postseason around the corn...

Feb 25, 20211 hr 5 min

Ep. 209: Can Shaka keep the Texas locker room together? Super Bowl wrap

The Texas Longhorns got a much needed 80-77 win over Kansas State Tuesday for their sixth Big 12 win and On Second Thought hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls break down the fallout from that game, including a tweet of frustration from senior forward Royce Hamm, who did not play in the game.They also put a bow on the NFL season by debating the shelf life of seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady and the futures of quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Dak Prescott. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Feb 11, 202144 min

Ep. 208: Texas ex Okafor on his second Super Bowl; Texas hoops in first losing stretch of season

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Alex Okafor extended the streak of former Texas Longhorns appearing on a Super Bowl roster to 16 straight seasons.The Pflugerville High legend joins this week’s On Second Thought podcast to discuss Sunday’s matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a turbulent offseason that included the tragic loss of his mother and what he sees happening at his alma mater under new head coach Steve Sarkisian.Also, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls discuss the challenge facing ...

Feb 04, 202148 min

Ep. 207: Sark’s new coaching staff, Longhorn ex Charles Omenihu on the Houston Texans coaching search

Houston Texans defensive end Charles Omenihu joins this week’s On Second Thought podcast and discusses the uncertainty surrounding Houston’s coaching search amid reports of quarterback Deshaun Watson being unhappy with the direction of the franchise.The former Longhorn also gives his take on the firing of Tom Herman at his alma mater along with charitable pursuits in his birthplace of Houston.Hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden also give an update on Steve Sarkisian’s coaching staff, break down D...

Jan 21, 202142 min

Ep. 206: Sarkisian speaks on his vision for Longhorns

New Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian has a vision for success on the Forty Acres and he spoke of chasing greatness in his introductory press conference Tuesday. In this week’s On Second Thought podcast, hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden discuss Sark’s comments, his journey to Austin and how long it will take him to get the Longhorns back to the championship elite. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 20211 hr 3 min

Ep. 205: Casey Thompson or Sam Ehlinger in 2021? Bijan's MVP performance

After Texas' big win over Colorado in the Alamo Bowl, the questions now center on if Sam Ehlinger will be back in 2021 what his return would mean for sophomore Casey Thompson, who electrified fans with a scintillating four-touchdown performance.In this week's On Second Thought podcast, Kirk Bohls, Brian Davis and Cedric Golden break down the quarterback situation, reflect on Bijan Robinson's MVP performance and what it all means for coach Tom Herman, who survived the courting of Urban Meyer. Lea...

Dec 31, 202034 min

Ep. 204: Hookem.com's Mike Craven grades Texas’ signing class; SI.com's Pat Forde on the CFP, Longhorns and Aggies

Now that the early signing period is over, how did the Texas Longhorns do on the real National Signing Day?Hookem.com recruiting guru Mike Craven joins Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls on this week’s On Second Thought podcast grades Tom Herman’s latest signing class and the challenges facing the program in the recruiting department moving forward.Also, SI.com national college football columnist Pat Forde gives a look at how Texas is perceived nationally, the College Football Playoff and if he thinks...

Dec 17, 202057 min

Ep. 203: Is Kansas Herman’s last regular-season game at Texas? Sampleton, Brewer and Degrate on the late Fred Akers

As the Texas football teams prepares for a football game that may not happen at Kansas, coach Tom Herman is left to wonder if he will still be the head coach come 2021.On this week’s On Second Thought podcast, Statesman columnists Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden discuss the uncertainty surrounding Texas football due to COVID and coaching and are later joined by Longhorn greats Robert Brewer, Lawrence Sampleton and Tony Degrate, who pay tribute to their college coach Fred Akers, who passed away this...

Dec 10, 20201 hr 5 min

Ep. 202: Longtime Ohio State beat writer Tim May on Urban Meyer and the Horns

Do the stories about Urban Meyer potentially replacing Tom Herman hold water and even if they are, would Meyer leave the TV booth and move to Austin if Herman left, given Meyer’s previous health issues and the baggage he would bring from his days at Ohio State?Longtime Ohio State beat writer Tim May has known Meyer since he was a graduate assistant in Columbus back in 1986. He joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden on this week’s On Second Thought podcast to talk all things Urban while providing som...

Dec 03, 202053 min

Ep. 201: Big 12 Commish Bowlsby on the CFP and COVID; USA Today’s Jori Epstein talks Cowboys

Will college football make it to the finish line? The Texas-Kansas game got canceled and others are falling by the wayside as well. Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby joins Cedic Golden and Krk Bohls on this week’s On Second Thought podcast and discusses how the conference has navigated the national pandemic and potential scheduling concerns for the College Football playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 19, 202056 min

Ep. 200: PGA writer Melanie Hauser and Kirk Masters memories; TexasAgs writer Olin Buchanan on A&M’s CFP hopes

The Texas Longhorns are off this week but the podcast rolls on.On Second Thought celebrates its 200th episode with a jam-packed show as hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls reflect on their most memorable guests since OST’s debut in 2016.Acclaimed golf writer and author Melanie Hauser and Bohls recall their most vivid memories from covering The Masters, which tees off Thursday.Also, TexasAgs.com columnist Olin Buchanan discusses the latest SEC game postponements and Texas A&M’s chances of play...

Nov 12, 20201 hr 31 min

Ep. 199: Voice of the Longhorns Craig Way on Texas-WVU, his beginnings in broadcasting

Anyone who follows Texas football recognize the golden voice of play by play man Craig Way. The longtime Voice of the Longhorns joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden on this week's On Second Thought podcast and discusses the potential success of Texas against West Virginia Saturday.In addition, Way gives discusses the beginnings of his broadcast career in the Metroplex, his mentors while giving us a must-listen of an auctioneer call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 05, 202044 min

Ep. 198: Gut check for Texas in Stillwater, Fox Sports’ Bruce Feldman on his new book on the 2019 LSU title team

As the Texas Longhorns prepare for a huge road challenge against Oklahoma State, coach Tom Herman is in dire need of a signature win as criticism starts to grow in the fan base.On this week’s On Second Thought podcast, hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls discuss the tenuous status of the 2020 Horns and their fourth-year coach and the matchup with Mike Gundy’s sixth-ranked Cowboys.Fox sports studio analyst and The Athletic national college football writer Bruce Feldman gives an inside look at his ...

Oct 29, 20201 hr 5 min

Ep. 197: Sicem365’s David Smoak on Baylor-Texas, Stadium Network’s Brett McMurphy on Urban, Big Ten startup

With the controversy surrounding the Eyes of Texas dominating the headlines, the 2-2 Texas Longhorns entertain the 1-1 Baylor Bears on Saturday in a matchup of college roommates turned coaches Dave Aranda and Tom Herman.Sicem365 host David Smoak joins On Second Thought podcast hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls to discuss a Baylor team that hasn’t played a game since Oct. 3 because of coronavirus issues.Also, Stadium Network college football writer Brett McMurphy checks in to break down the Big ...

Oct 22, 20201 hr 5 min

Ep. 196: ESPN’s Heather Dinich on if college football will survive the pandemic; Star-Telegram’s Clarence Hill on Cowboys post-Dak

ESPN senior writer Heather Dinich joins this week’s On Second Thought podcast and gives her take on college football survival chances during a global pandemic, the return of the Big Ten and how the struggling Texas Longhorns are perceived on a national level.Hosts Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden also discuss Tom Herman’s handling of the growing controversy surrounding the Eyes of Texas and LeBron James’ place in NBA history.As if there weren’t enough, Fort Worth Star-Telegram writer Clarence Hill t...

Oct 15, 20201 hr 17 min

Ep. 195: Oklahoman columnists Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson on Texas-Oklahoma

Saturday’s renewal of the Red River rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma will have a different feel with both teams struggling and only 24,000 expected to attend due to coronavirus concerns.So who will win it?Statesman columnists Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls conduct a great roundtable discussion with Oklahoman columnists Berry Tramel and Jenni Carlson in this week’s On Second Thought podcast. Included in the talk are thoughts of what unsung hero will emerge, the lack of buzz surrounding the matchu...

Oct 08, 202043 min

Ep. 194: Texas ex Rod Babers addresses Texas’ tackling issues, Cowboys, Texans previews

Will the Texas Longhorns be able to fix those tackling problems that nearly got them beat at Texas Tech?Longhorn legend Rod Babers of 104.9 The Horn joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden on this week’s On Second Thought podcast to provide some perspective on Chris Ash’s defense with a tough matchup against TCU coming up Saturday.The guys also break down the Steelers-Titans cancellation and a pair of important early-season early season NFL matchups involving the Cowboys, try to avoid slipping below ...

Oct 01, 202048 min

Ep. 193: Texas Tech coach Matt Wells on preparing for the Longhorns; UT legend Eric Metcalf on the Pro Football HOF

The Texas Longhorns play Texas Tech in their road game of the season and Tech head coach Matt Wells joins the On Second Thought podcast to discuss Saturday’s game, how his team is overcoming some previous coronavirus outbreaks and what it will take to build a winning culture in Lubbock.Also, Longhorn legend Eric Metcalf discusses being named to the initial list of Pro Football Hall of Fame candidates for the Class of 2021 and how his skill set would fare in today’s game. Learn more about your ad...

Sep 24, 202055 min

Ep. 192: Can Horns stay coronavirus-free during bye week? Big Ten and Pac-12 return, Chronicle’s McClain on Ravens-Texans

How will the Texas Longhorns come out of the bye week and next week as far as dealing with the challenges that come with maintaining their great handling of the coronavirus thus far?Who stood out in the 59-3 season-opening win over UTEP?Why did the Big Ten and Pac-12 change course and decide to return to the football field this fall?Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls discuss these topics and more on this week’s On Second Thought podcast. Also, Houston Chronicle NFL writer John McClain gives his take o...

Sep 17, 202056 min

Ep. 191: Is this the year the Horns break Oklahoma’s stranglehold on the Big 12? Cowboys radio voice Brad Sham

Will the Texas Longhorns finally unseat Oklahoma atop the Big 12 and win its first league title in 10 seasons?How is the most important player on this team not named Sam Ehlinger?What is the expected reaction to Longhorn legend Earl Campbell’s take on the Eyes pf Texas. These questions will be answered as Kirk Bohls, Brian Davis and Cedric Golden preview the upcoming college football season on Episode 191 of the On Second Thought podcast.Also, Dallas Cowboys radio voice Brad Sham is in to discus...

Sep 10, 20201 hr 31 min

Ep. 190: ESPN’s Greg McElroy on college football vs. COVID, Texas State coach Jake Spavital on the opener vs. SMU

ESPN college football commentator Greg McElroy headlines a jam-packed On Second Thought podcast this week and answers a very important question: would he have played football during a national pandemic a decade ago at Alabama? He also breaks down the storylines surrounding this upcoming season in college football, including his dark horse to win the Big 12.Also, Texas State coach Jake Spavital addresses the unique challenges his team has faced this offseason while preparing for Saturday’s nation...

Sep 03, 20201 hr 34 min

EP. 189: ESPN’s Paul Finebaum on the fallout from playing a college football season; NBA cancels games in protest of Blake shooting; Earl Thomas to Dallas?

ESPN broadcast personality Paul Finebaum tells us what we can expect from the Power Five split regarding the decision made in the ACC, SEC and Big 12 to play football this fall. Kirk and Ced also discuss the NBA players’ decision to not play three games on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 27, 202047 min

Ep. 188: Will Sam Ehlinger play in the spring if the fall season is canceled?

Would Texas quarterback Sam Ehlinger play in the spring if the fall football season got canceled or would he opt out and prepare for the upcoming NFL draft?On Second Thought hosts Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls engaged in a spirited debate on just that subject on this week’s podcast.The guys also broke down the state of college football, Tom Herman’s handling of the Horns during this pandemic and why the NBA’s bubble setting has been so successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Aug 20, 202040 min

Ep. 187: Oklahoman columnist Berry Tramel on the Big 12 playing football in 2020

On the heels of the Big 12’s huge announcement that will it play football this fall, Oklahoman columnist Berry Tramel joins Statesman columnists Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls on this week’s On Second Thought podcast.The Big Ten and Pac-12 voted to move to move football to the spring but the Big 12’s opposite stance sent some shock waves through the college football world. The guys discuss the fallout and break down the chances of a full season actually happening. Learn more about your ad choices....

Aug 13, 202034 min

Ep. 186: Brian Davis on Texas football’s plans for the 2020 season; Mike Finger on the Spurs

College football is forging ahead with its plans for the 2020 season amid coronavirus concerns and Longhorn beat writer Brian Davis joins this week’s On Second Thought podcast to discuss the latest developments on the Forty Acres, including Chris Del Conte's plea for donations and the football team's success combating the virus.Also, San Antonio Express-News columnist Mike Finger gives his take on the NBA bubble and the longterm future of legendary Spurs coach Gregg Popovich. Learn more about yo...

Aug 06, 20201 hr 2 min

Ep. 185: CBS Sports columnist Dennis Dodd on the likelihood of a college football season

As college football conferences make preparations for the fall, the biggest question of the summer has to be if the sport will actually happen.CBS Sports national columnist Dennis Dodd joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden for this week’s On Second Thought podcast and breaks down the likelihood of a college football season, how schools are handling the COVID-19 pandemic and an upcoming vote on the future of fall championships in the non-revenue producing sports.The guys also give their takes on the...

Jul 23, 202039 min

Ep. 184: Texas ex Brian Jones on why Texas should keep The Eyes

Former Texas linebacker Brian Jones wrote a passionate story recently about the debate surrounding the Eyes of Texas and presented an interesting case for keeping the longtime school anthem.Jones, a college football studio analyst for CBS Sports, joins Kirk Bohls and Cedric Golden on this week’s On Second Thought podcast to discuss the piece, the racial divide in America plus give his thoughts on the likelihood of a college football season this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Jul 02, 20201 hr 2 min

Ep 183: Horns prepare for football return: Westlake's Tyler Campbell on fatherhood, race relations, Drew Brees

The Texas athletic department just handed out a 19-page manual to football players and their families anticipation of a return to campus. In this week's On Second Thought podcast, Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls the risks involved in returning to the field and football's viability for the fall. Also, Austin's Tyler Campbell talks about the most difficult decision he's ever had with his six-year-old son Messiah and tackles fellow Westlake alum Drew Brees' comments on anthem protests. Learn more abou...

Jun 11, 20201 hr 2 min
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