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Deep Blue

Deep Blue

By: BYUradio
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 This is the show where BYU fans get to know the Cougars behind the number that you see on the field or court. Explore the true stories of BYU's athletes and coaches with host Jason Shepherd.© 2025 BYU Broadcasting Social Sciences Spirituality
Episodes
  • Andrew Mikkelsen: The Fighting Kicker

    Andrew Mikkelsen: The Fighting Kicker
    Dec 16 2025
    Andrew Mikkelsen grew up a massive BYU football fan and dreamed of playing for the Cougars. But when a terrible accident derailed his football career, how did he still accomplish his goal of playing Division I football? In this podcast episode, Andrew shares his journey from growing up in a large family in rural Oregon to overcoming a life-changing car accident and ultimately earning his spot as a kicker for BYU. He opens up about the challenges and blessings of serving a mission in Samoa, the twists and turns of his athletic career, and how he found a new competitive outlet in MMA after football. Along the way, Andrew reflects on the lessons learned from both triumphs and setbacks, the importance of family and faith, and what drives him to keep pushing forward.
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    51 mins
  • Deep Blue Returns

    Deep Blue Returns
    Aug 23 2023
    The Deep Blue podcast is making a comeback. New host Jason Shepherd dives into the real-life stories of former and current BYU Cougar athletes and coaches. These stories will awe, inspire, and excite you. The brand new season begins on August 29th. New episodes will post each Tuesday.
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    1 min
  • Marc Lyons: Radio Legend

    Marc Lyons: Radio Legend
    Dec 9 2025
    Marc Lyons wanted to be a basketball player. So how did a kid from Arvada, Colorado—who wasn’t a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—end up as the quarterback at BYU? In this episode of Deep Blue, Marc shares the story of his conversion to the Church and his legendary, decades-long radio career calling games for the Cougars.
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    50 mins
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