Episode 58: The Suns are Really Good, IG Mailbag, and NFL Wild-Card Preview w/ Kyle Baker

Episode 58: The Suns are Really Good, IG Mailbag, and NFL Wild-Card Preview w/ Kyle Baker

Author: Mars' Hill Newspaper January 7, 2021 Duration: 1:43:34

Tyler goes solo for the first segment of the podcast where he discusses the current landscape of the NBA. Tyler elaborates on some of the biggest storylines, specifically the Phoenix Suns' early success to begin the season (1:30). After that, Tyler is joined by Luke and Kyle Baker to answer some of the mailbag questions that were submitted on Instagram (20:55). Once the mailbag segment is over, the guys run through all of the matchups in the NFL's Wild-Card round of the playoffs that are coming up this weekend while answering some other big questions surrounding the NFL at the moment (50:00).

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Music credits: Manny Dewsbury

Artwork credits: Rachel Wegner (Mars' Hill Visual Editor, 2020-2021)


There's a particular energy to university sports that exists nowhere else, a blend of raw passion and campus pride that fuels every game. The Mars' Hill Sports Podcast taps directly into that current, offering an insider's perspective on the athletes and stories shaping Trinity Western University. Created by the student-run Mars' Hill Newspaper, this series goes beyond just scores and standings. Hosts Tyler Jones and Luke Rattray, both former sports editors who have steered the newspaper itself, bring a depth of institutional knowledge and a genuine connection to the Spartan community. Their conversations feel less like formal interviews and more like the insightful debates you'd overhear in the campus common room after a big win or a tough loss. Each episode pulls you into the heart of TWU's sports culture, featuring the voices of student-athletes, coaches, and fellow students who live it every day. You'll get honest breakdowns of season performances, thoughtful looks at the balance between sport and academics, and a real sense of what it means to represent the university. It's a podcast made with a clear understanding that the story isn't just about what happens on the field or court, but about the people behind the jerseys. For anyone curious about the heartbeat of TWU athletics, from dedicated fans to fellow students, this is your direct line to the action.
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