We are BACK for SEASON 9!  And with the huge news of Tyson Etienne returning and the TBT just around the corner we have a ton of content to get to on this episode.  But don't worry, we bring the goods as Dustin and Taylor are joined by Ron Baker and Zach Bush to break down the TBT and CJ Moore from The Athletic shares his thoughts on Isaac Brown and the Shockers for this coming season. On this episode we discuss: Everything about the TBT! Reunion with 40+ former Shocker players, including all recent NBA players Interview with Ron Baker and Zach Bush Tyson is coming back! Non-conference schedule outlook CJ Moore feature on Isaac Brown What the Name-Image-Likeness rules mean for WSU The finalized roster for next season Who makes the biggest jump this season on the team Produced by the Forge Podcast Co.A Part of the ICT Podcast Network★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Summer Extravaganza! (Ron Baker, Zach Bush & CJ Moore w/ The Athletic)

The season ended in heart-breaking fashion for WSU as they fall by a single point to Drake during the First Four of the NCAA tournament. Dustin and Taylor recap that game and look back on a unique season that will be remembered for the many storylines it contained. Newly minted Head Coach Isaac Brown joins the crew to talk about his perspective on the season and how he is approaching the future of Wichita State basketball on the recruiting trail.

Season 8, Episode 17 (NCAA Recap w/ Head Coach Isaac Brown)

The early exit from the AAC tournament created a lot of sweat and nerves for 24-hours, but the Shockers are in the Big Dance! Matching up with Drake in the First Four on Thursday at 5:27pm CST. Dustin and Taylor break down the action at the conference tournament but the focus here is squarely on the opportunity Wichita State has to make a memorable NCAA tournament run.

Season 8, Episode 16 (We're Going DANCING!)

CHAMPIONS! AMERICAN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE REGULAR SEASON CHAMPIONS! So much to discuss in a season full of incredible storylines, but Dustin and Taylor are here to break it all down. Of course we also have to dive into Head Coach Isaac Brown getting the full time gig, and we take a deep dive on the NCAA tournament chances the Shockers have as they get ready for the conference tournament.

Season 8, Episode 15 (AAC CHAMPS!)

One game to recap but it was the biggest win of the season for the Wichita State Shockers. And while Dustin and Taylor are back in the studio in person, chaos is still wreaking havoc on the basketball schedule with no games currently planned for the remainder of the week. But that doesn't mean there isn't plenty to talk about. All gas and no breaks on this episode of Talk Angry!

Season 8, Episode 14 (1st Place, Resumes, Interim Tags)

With Taylor on vacation this week, Producer Bryan steps behind the mic with Dustin to discuss the big schedule shuffle that brings a top 10 Houston to Wichita State a week early. Although it must be the 13th episode of the season because the virtual service we were recording with kept glitching on Bryan's mic. Regardless of sub-zero temps or bizarre audio, the Talk Angry crew is here to bring you Shocker Basketball discussion.

Season 8, Episode 13 (Audio Glitches and Houston Preview)

With the winter weather and bitter cold, the crew decided to take this week's episode remote. But don't worry, we are diving into all the details of Wichita State's wins over Tulane and Temple before diving into the road trip to UCF and SMU this week. Each game had some nervous moments, but the Shockers emerge victorious and got some big help with ECU beating Houston. Dustin and Taylor break down the developments in each game and look ahead to a big road trip that is expected to precede a 5-game homestand.

Season 8, Episode 12 (It's a bitter winter, but the Shockers are winning)

Only one game this week, but it was enough to take your breath away. The Shockers come from 8 down in the final minutes to force overtime and beat UCF in the extra period. Dustin and Taylor are joined by GoShockers.com writer Paul Suellentrop to recap the game and how perfect Wichita State had to win this game.

Season 8, Episode 11 (Epic UCF Finish w/ Paul Suellentrop)

The Shockers looked flat in a disappointing loss on the road to Memphis, and then turned around to have yet another 2 games postponed in matchups against USF and Cincinnati as those programs are on pause due to COVID issues. Dustin and Taylor break down the struggles the Shockers experienced against the Tigers and look ahead to the lone matchup this week against UCF at Charles Koch Arena.

Season 8, Episode 10 (COVID Strikes Again)

The Shockers had an undefeated week with a sweep of Tulsa, but one of their two scheduled games was postponed due to COVID issues at SMU. Dustin and Taylor are joined by CJ Moore from The Athletic as they recap the season thus far and look ahead to key matchups against Memphis and South Florida.

Season 8, Episode 9 (CJ Moore w/ The Athletic)

We are now in the heart of the season. As long as the American Athletic Conference can keep COVID at bay, the games are coming fast and furious. Dustin and Taylor look back at the split that Wichita State had this past weekend against Houston and Cincinnati while looking ahead to key matchups against Tulsa and SMU. If the Shockers are going to make their case as a contender for the conference title, this is a good week to do it. This week Mike Kennedy, the Voice of the Shockers, joins the crew to discuss what he is seeing from this squad after 10 games.

Season 8, Episode 8 (Mike Kennedy, Houston/Cinci recap, Tulsa/SMU preview)

The Shockers find themselves road warriors again with a come from behind victory against Ole Miss on the road in their last opportunity against a major out-of-conference opponent. Dustin and Taylor break down what happened and the reasons for optimism around the Wichita State program. Then the crew is joined by Joseph Duarte, who covers the Houston Cougars for the Houston Chronicle, to preview this Wednesday's next major test.

Season 8, Episode 7 (Ole Miss recap, Houston Preview w/ Joseph Duarte of Houston Chronicle)

Just as we were getting into the swing of conference play with a big OT win against South Florida, COVID-19 strikes again. This time, East Carolina has several cases hit their program and the game Wednesday has been postponed and will be replaced with a game against Newman University. Bob Hull joins Dustin and Taylor this week to break down the progress of the Shockers this season and what lies ahead for this team as they continue to improve.

Season 8, Episode 6 (COVID strikes again w/ Bob Hull, Ole Miss Preview)

Wichita State gets back to its winning ways with a key road victory against Tulsa to start AAC play and then a tune-up against Emporia State. Now the Shockers head back out on the road for another big test against a team also picked to be in the middle of the pack in conference play: South Florida. Dustin and Taylor dive into the week that was and the challenge ahead from a very good rebounding team.

Season 8, Episode 5 (Rebounding against USF)

After a last-second loss to Oklahoma State, the Shockers find themselves in the unusual position of a being frustrated about coming up short while also feeling better about the way they are competing against top flight talent. Now with conference play beginning after an abbreviated start to the season Wichita State must begin to find wins. This week Dustin and Taylor are joined by Shane Dennis, co-host of Sports Daily on KFH and broadcaster for Shocker television broadcasts.

Season 8, Episode 4 (Shane Dennis, Tulsa Preview)

Throughout the college basketball season, hosts Dustin Kuhn and Taylor Eldridge will take you inside the Wichita State University men's basketball program for in-depth coverage, game recaps, interviews, and opinions on Shocker hoops.