Episodes

  • 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
  • Coleby Clawson: The Hit Heard Around the World

    Coleby Clawson: The Hit Heard Around the World
    May 13 2025
    Coleby Clawson once made headlines with a hit that took down a Heisman winner—but now he’s tackling something even bigger. As BYU’s Assistant Athletic Director for Football Health and Performance, how is he using his own journey from overlooked recruit to standout linebacker to help today’s players stay strong, healthy, and ready to compete? Find out how Coleby’s experiences on the field shaped his career off it and why he’s determined to give back to the program that changed his life.
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    54 mins
  • Fui Vakapuna: Grateful to God

    Fui Vakapuna: Grateful to God
    May 6 2025
    Former BYU and NFL running back Fui Vakapuna was known for his tenacity on the field—but today, he’s channeling that strength into something even more powerful. Why did he choose to leave football behind and dedicate his life to helping students feel seen, heard, and valued through BYU’s Office of Belonging? Find out how Fui overcame brain surgery, learned to walk again, and is now building connection and hope for the next generation of BYU students.
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    50 mins
  • Practice Chats: BYU Football Defensive Backs

    Practice Chats: BYU Football Defensive Backs
    Apr 29 2025
    In this edition of Practice Chats, we catch up with BYU defensive backs Tommy Prassas and Therrian Alexander III. How did Tommy go from early enrollee to scoring a defensive touchdown as a freshman? And what does the number one jersey mean to Therrian—and why did he feel pressure to live up to it? Find out how these two rising stars are making their mark on the field and bringing their own style and swagger to the BYU defense.
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    21 mins
  • Tyler Herget: Setting Goals, Serving Others

    Tyler Herget: Setting Goals, Serving Others
    Apr 22 2025
    Tyler Herget didn’t always plan on ending up at BYU. So, how did a late start in volleyball, a mission to Argentina, and a transfer from Penn State all lead him to Provo? And why was he willing to take a chance on a program that gave him no promises? In this episode, Tyler shares how faith, hard work, and a deep love for the game—and his family—shaped a journey he never saw coming.
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    35 mins
  • Jonathan Tavernari Part 2: Representing BYU Abroad

    Jonathan Tavernari Part 2: Representing BYU Abroad
    Apr 14 2025
    Jonathan Tavernari gave up over a million dollars to return to BYU for his senior season—but why would someone walk away from that kind of opportunity? In part two of our conversation with the former BYU basketball star, JT shares why he left Utah for Bishop Gorman, the most memorable moments from his basketball career, and how he used basketball to represent his faith. Find out how he balanced success, sacrifice, and service—both on the court and in countries around the world.
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    31 mins
  • Jonathan Tavernari Part 1: Brazilian Baller

    Jonathan Tavernari Part 1: Brazilian Baller
    Apr 8 2025
    Former BYU basketball star Jonathan Tavernari’s journey to Provo was anything but ordinary. How did a kid from Brazil, with dreams of playing basketball at the highest level, end up at BYU? And what led to his remarkable conversion to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? In part one of this two-part episode, find out how faith, basketball, and an unexpected path shaped JT’s life and legacy.
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    28 mins
  • Practice Chats: Jojo Phillips & Parker Kingston

    Practice Chats: Jojo Phillips & Parker Kingston
    Mar 25 2025
    In this special Practice Chats edition of Deep Blue, we catch up with JoJo Phillips and Parker Kingston right after practice. JoJo talks about his rise as a leader, the viral Utah moment, and his time at Sierra Canyon. Parker relives his epic punt returns, the nickname he earned, and his off-the-field passions like skiing, golf, and even a courtside moment with Conor McGregor. Get an unfiltered look at these BYU receivers beyond the game.
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    15 mins