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The Hog Pod with Bo Mattingly

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The official podcast of the Arkansas Razorbacks. This weekly podcast features some of the best Razorbacks stories from past and present. Three-time Arkansas Sportscaster of the Year Bo Mattingly and the Hogs+ Team produce unique stories featuring current and former student-athletes, coaches, staff members and fans. The podcast takes fans into the heart of the stories that matter to Razorback fans.
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Episodes

193. Kevin Scanlon: Making Arkansas Home

Kevin Scanlon is an Arkansas legend, on and off the field. He’s not a native son, but he might as well be. After all, he chose to make the state his home and understands what it means to be a Razorback. In this special episode of the Hog Pod, senior contributor Clay Henry sits down with Scanlon to bring you his story, from the 1978 Orange Bowl and Lou Holtz, to where he is today with Stephens Inc. FIND US ONLINE: Twitter: @HogsPlus Instagram: @thehogpod Email: [email protected] CREDITS...

Feb 06, 202356 min

192. Norah Flatley: Highest Marks

When you’re one of the most well-liked gymnasts in the country, you’re kind of a big deal. But for Norah Flatley, it’s what makes her so well-respected that really stands out. It’s the years of hard work dedicated to her craft. And it’s overcoming injuries, setbacks, and heartbreak. An injury kept Norah from having a chance to realize her Olympic dream. But time heals all wounds, and after finishing seventh at nationals last year and being named the Comeback Gymnast of the Year, she sees the big...

Jan 30, 202341 min

191. Jordan Walsh: Defense First

Jordan Walsh is a special kind of player. He honed his skills first on the defensive end just to get a chance to play—and it worked. Walsh developed into a two-way menace, a five-star prospect, and a McDonald’s All-American. And now he has his sights set on taking the Razorbacks to the top. It’s a lofty goal, but it’s one of the reasons Walsh came to Arkansas. Walsh has a future in basketball, and he knows that Arkansas—along with coach Eric Musselman—can help him achieve his personal goals. If ...

Jan 23, 202335 min

190. Saylor Poffenbarger: Transfer Success

Transferring is hard. Sure, in the era of the transfer portal, it’s easier than ever to find a new home. But going through the actual process? It can take a toll. Fortunately for Arkansas, Saylor Poffenbarger chose right the second time, transferring to the Razorbacks from UConn. And she hasn’t looked back. Poffenbarger has already earned four SEC Freshman of the Week honors, and has her eyes set on being the league’s freshman of the year. And she has plenty of motivation to achieve those goals....

Jan 16, 202337 min

189. Anthony Black: Big Dreams

The first thing you notice about Anthony Black is the hair. But pay attention for any amount of time when Black is on the basketball court and something else stands out: elite skills, vision and talent. If things played out differently, Black—a great athlete and three-star wide receiver recruit—could’ve been running routes at Razorback Stadium. He certainly made the right choice. Black, a McDonald’s All-American and top-ranked point guard in the class, is a special talent on the hardwood. And he...

Jan 09, 202349 min

188. Ricky Council IV: Big Leap

He’s not the first, second or even third. But Ricky Council IV is making a name for himself. Fourth, as his family calls him, has turned into a standout for the Razorback basketball team and currently leads the SEC in scoring. And Council is attacking from the start in his first season at Arkansas after two at Wichita State, where he was the American Athletic Conference Sixth Man of the Year last season. But the junior has his eyes on much bigger prizes at Arkansas. If the early returns are any ...

Dec 19, 202232 min

187. Rylee Langerman: Arkansas' Glue

Every good team has someone who’s “the glue”—the player who makes everything work and keeps everyone together. For Arkansas’ women’s basketball team, that’s Rylee Langerman. It’s a role she embraces for a program that’s on the rise in the SEC. But it’s not the only thing that matters to Rylee. She's dealt with alopecia—a skin disease that causes hair loss—from a young age. And the challenges she's faced have only made her stronger. Now, she’s become an advocate and a leader in the community for ...

Dec 12, 202232 min

186. Louis Campbell: Arkansas Through & Through

Being a Razorback has always meant something to the people of Arkansas. There’s something to be said for an Arkansas kid reaching his fullest potential with the Razorbacks. And that’s the case for Louis Campbell, whose success with the Hogs made him among the most revered coaches in the state. A Hamburg native, Campbell was a three-year starter on defense for the Razorbacks in the early 70s, and still holds a school postseason record, with three interceptions vs. Tennessee in the 1971 Liberty Bo...

Dec 05, 202252 min

185. The Miracle on Markham

On the 20th anniversary of the Miracle on Markham and Arkansas' last-second win over LSU to clinch the SEC West title in 2002, join Houston Nutt, Matt Jones and Clay Henry as they look back on what of the biggest moments in Razorback football history.

Nov 29, 202230 min

184. Mike Neighbors: What's Next?

Arkansas women’s basketball is a program on the rise. Need proof? Look no further than all the things Mike Neighbors has accomplished as he begins Year 6 at the helm of the Razorbacks. There were those two top-five wins over UConn and Baylor—two of the four such wins in program history. But he’s also one of three coaches in program history to lead the Hogs to four-straight winning seasons. That success is largely driven by Neighbors’ unique approach to coaching. He’s always coming up with new id...

Nov 21, 202253 min

183. Pat Bradley: Boston Hog

Pat Bradley has always been “the shootah.” The stats and records back it up. Bradley is fifth on Arkansas’ all-time scoring list, led the Razorbacks in points per game three times, and made more 3-pointers than any Hog in history. And that shooting prowess is how a little-recruited guard from the Boston area ended up down in Arkansas. But Fayetteville is a long way from home. And there was a tough adjustment period for Bradley, who was unsure he’d last with the Razorbacks. Bradley stuck it out, ...

Nov 14, 20221 hr 6 min

182. Raheim Sanders: Razorbacks' Rocket

There’s something special about the No. 5 jersey at Arkansas. It takes a special player to live up to the impossible standard set by the GOAT, Darren McFadden. But Rocket Sanders is doing his best—and as it turns out, his best is pretty darn good. The sophomore leads the SEC in rushing and is on pace to have the best season by a Razorback running back since McFadden. And having that No. 5 jersey is a big motivating factor. And as important as living up to the legacy of No. 5 is to Sanders, there...

Nov 07, 202246 min

181. Jadon Haselwood: Best Version of Himself

Jadon Haselwood was born to make plays. But sometimes, the right opportunity doesn’t come straight away. After committing to Oklahoma as one of the top recruits in the country, Haselwood had his moments, but a major injury and lack of targets had left him struggling to catch on in his three seasons in Norman. A decision to transfer landed him at Arkansas, with a fresh start, bolstered by a coaching staff who believes in what he can do. Being a top recruit can come with a lot of pressure, and Has...

Oct 31, 202241 min

180. Eric Musselman: Embracing Expectations

Eric Musselman is doing things at Arkansas that Razorback fans haven’t seen in quite some time. He’s been to back-to-back Elite Eights and already has two wins over No. 1-ranked teams. And as Musselman enters the fourth year of his Arkansas tenure, expectations are sky high. Fans care about seeing a winner, and the Head Hog embraces it. Beyond the on-court success, there’s a freshman class ranked as one of the best in the country. Winning leads to more winning, and people are noticing. Now all t...

Oct 24, 202247 min

179. Isabel Van Camp: Full Circle

Running is hard. Doing it over long distances at consistent top speeds is one of the most impressive athletic feats. So when you’re an All-American in cross country, indoor and outdoor track like Isabel Van Camp, you’re doing something right. Add in a collegiate record in the women’s 4 x 1500m relay and a national title in the distance medley relay, and Van Camp is living her best life. But after struggling at times early on in her Razorback career, there were doubts. But remembering she was par...

Oct 17, 202241 min

178. Ava Tankersley: Arkansas' Tank

What’s in a nickname? For Arkansas soccer standout Ava Tankersley…everything. "Tank" is an apt nickname. Tall, athletic, and full of offensive firepower, Tankersley has bulldozed her way through opponents and ranks among the best in the country in assists. But make no mistake, the junior forward likes to score, too. Athletic success runs in the family. Her dad played in the big leagues with the Padres, and her mom’s a marathon runner. It’s given her an easy career goal—matching her parents. But ...

Oct 10, 202232 min

177. Gaby Lopez: Winning Mentality

Gaby Lopez is one of the best Pro Hogs around. After a standout career at Arkansas that saw her finish as national runner-up, she’s now won three times on the LPGA Tour. The Mexico native wasn’t always a star, though. She routinely was shooting in the 100s when she started playing, and, while she was having fun, something was missing. Her play eventually attracted the interest of Arkansas, where she would learn the skills necessary to have success—both in college and at the next level. And when ...

Oct 03, 202244 min

176. Joe Adams: Return Specialist

Joe Adams’ football career could be summed up with one word: Electrifying. He returned five career punts for touchdowns—third in SEC history—won national awards and was a first-team All-American. But his time as a Razorback wouldn’t have happened without a last-minute change of heart. The signing day decision to play for his home-state Razorbacks meant the Hogs would be loaded with some all-time greats. But Adams didn’t want to take on the task of stepping into another legend’s number. Adams mad...

Sep 26, 202256 min

175. Jason Watson: Aussie Rules

How do you end up going from growing up in Australia to coaching volleyball in the SEC? Ask Jason Watson. It’s been a long journey from Down Under to Arkansas for Watson, who played college volleyball at BYU and spent 11 years as an assistant before finally getting the chance to lead his own program at his alma mater. Along the way, Watson has developed a coaching philosophy that’s helped him guide teams to seven NCAA Tournament appearances and get buy-in from every athlete he coaches. Watch a m...

Sep 19, 202247 min

174. Cam Little: Kicking for a Cause

In just one season, Cam Little proved to be clutch. It’s not easy being a college kicker, but the sophomore from Oklahoma has embraced the spotlight…and the pressure that comes with it. Little had a remarkable freshman season, connecting on 20-of-24 field goal attempts and hitting all 46 of his extra points en route to being named a Freshman All-American. But Little wants to be known as much for what he’s doing on the field as he is off it. Cam Little is making an impact for the Razorbacks—and f...

Sep 12, 202244 min

173. Trey Knox: Good Hands

Trey Knox is a different person than when he first arrived on Arkansas’ campus—literally. He started for the Razorbacks as a freshman wide receiver, and is now a bulked-up tight end and No. 1 on the depth chart. Sometimes, the idea of less playing time or a position change has a player looking elsewhere. But not Knox. He loves Fayetteville and wanted to fight for his place on the team. Knox has emerged as a leader for a Razorback team filled with confidence. And he believes last season’s 9-4 rec...

Sep 05, 202242 min

172. Sam Pittman: Year 3

Sam Pittman has restored the pride within Razorback football and around the state. Though it might’ve happened quicker than expected, the turnaround is real. Last season, there was more celebrating than the Razorbacks had seen in a decade. Arkansas won nine games and reached the top 10 for the first time since 2011, and won all three major rivalry trophies for the first time. As the Razorbacks head into Year 3 under Pittman, there’s an excitement in the state that hasn’t been felt in a long time...

Aug 29, 202237 min

171. Cody Kennedy: Learning From the Best

When you’re handpicked by Sam Pittman to be his offensive line coach, you must be doing something right. And if you’re Cody Kennedy, the best thing you can do is to watch, listen and learn from one of the best. Originally hired as the tight ends coach at Arkansas, Kennedy was quickly reassigned to the offensive line when the job became available. And he hasn’t looked back. A Broyles Award semifinalist last season and one of the game’s up and coming position coaches, Kennedy has four returning st...

Aug 22, 202241 min

170. Bea Franklin: Second Chance

Bea Franklin has settled in nicely at Arkansas. The senior transferred from Notre Dame prior to last season, and helped guide the Razorbacks to a third-straight SEC title and the program’s first ever trip to the Elite 8—thanks to a win over her former school in the Sweet 16. Franklin has found a home in Arkansas and with the Razorbacks, and gives credit to the culture that head coach Colby Hale has built. A self-described serial hobbyist, Franklin is interested in a little bit of everything—from...

Aug 15, 202234 min

169. Dalton Wagner: Wrestling Up Front

He might just be the next big WWE star, but Dalton Wagner is perfectly comfortable on the football field right now. Wagner, a 24-year-old super senior, is the elder statesman for the Razorback offense. He’s been a model of consistency, starting in each of the past four seasons and improving throughout. It’s no surprise the WWE came calling with an NIL deal. After all, at 6-foot-9, Wagner looks the part. But for now, he’s focused on football. And with four returning starters along the offensive l...

Aug 08, 202242 min

168. Ricky Stromberg: Man in the Middle

After a standout junior season that saw him earn All-SEC honors, Ricky Stromberg had a decision to make: move on to the NFL, or come back for one final season with the Hogs. Stromberg anchored Arkansas’ offensive line at center, blocking for an offense that led all Power 5 schools in rushing at nearly 230 yards per game. It’s no wonder that Head Hog Sam Pittman is excited to have him back. And Pittman isn’t the only one who’s fired up. Stromberg, a preseason All-American pick, is ready to go to ...

Aug 01, 202234 min

167. Harold Horton: Born to Coach

If you were building a Mount Rushmore of important figures in Arkansas football history, there’s no doubt that Frank Broyles would be on there. But right there with him would be Harold Horton. Horton’s ties to the Razorbacks—and the state of Arkansas—run deep. He was part of three Southwest Conference championship teams in the early ‘60s under Frank Broyles, who then hired him as an assistant coach—a position he would hold for 13 years. After an unceremonious end to his time as a Razorback assis...

Jul 25, 202254 min

166. Britton Wilson: Going for Gold

Britton Wilson is having the time of her life. The standout hurdler for the Razorback women’s track team set nine school records in 2022, was named SEC Outdoor Runner of the Year, won a national championship, and is competing for Team USA at the World Championships. But the success hasn’t come easy. Britton struggled to find her way as a freshman in college, and decided that she needed to make a change. And that change was transferring to Arkansas. Her decision to join the Razorbacks has been li...

Jul 18, 202249 min

165. Jalen Catalon: The Cat is Back

Jalen Catalon is one of the best defensive backs Arkansas has seen in quite some time. He’s the first Razorback DB to make First Team All-SEC since Chris Houston in 2006. And he’s already joined Ken Hamlin and Kenoy Kennedy as the only Hog safeties to ever be named an All-American. But his fight to bounce back from injury is just as important as his quest to be one of the all-time greats. Catalon missed the Hogs’ final seven games—including the Outback Bowl win over Penn State—in what was shapin...

Jul 11, 202234 min

164. KJ Jefferson: Better Than Ever

KJ Jefferson isn’t sneaking up on anybody. After a standout season in which Jefferson amassed more than 3,300 total yards and 27 touchdowns, the secret is out: Arkansas’ QB1 is a big-time player. But, despite leading the Razorbacks to its first nine-win season in a decade, it wasn’t always easy. After a 4-0 start to the season, Arkansas lost three straight. The team—and its captain, Jefferson—vowed to turn things around. Arkansas won four of its final five games in the regular season, with the o...

Jul 04, 202233 min
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