The Middle of the Day Show Podcast - WWLS-FM

The Middle of the Day Show Podcast - WWLS-FM

Mark grew up in the heartland and brings a lifetime of Oklahoma experience to WWLS – The Sports Animal. The Sooner State native graduated from Blackwell High School and received his degree from the University of Oklahoma. Since 1995, Rodgers has owned and published the state’s most comprehensive football annual, The Oklahoma Pigskin Preview. His travels across the state have earned him a reputation as one of the region’s foremost experts on high school football and college recruiting. Rodgers hosts the “Middle of the Day Show” from 11am to 2pm Monday through Friday.

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June 26, 2026 43 mins

Mark Rodgers opens the hour by discussing World Cup bets for the day and weekend. Phil Steele’s magazine has hit the shelves. How does he think OU fares this season. What players does he expect to stand out amongst College Football’s best in the SEC? Nick Gallo from the Thunder joins Mark to discuss the Thunder picks this season and what we can expect from these three prospects.

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Mark Rodgers listens in on the Oklahoma City Thunder 2026 Draft Pick Introductory Press Conference. An update on the World Cup. Did the USA’s loss last night to Turkey change your expectations for the team?

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June 25, 2026 48 mins

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the future for LeBron James. Does LeBron winning a 5th ring mean more to him than his potential salary? What do you make of the Thunder’s draft and the positive sentiment from the NBA writers around the country? The Brendan Sorsby decision handed down by the NFL.

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June 25, 2026 40 mins

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Thunder’s NBA Draft picks following the completion of Round 2. Do you think Aday Mara can be a contributor? What do the Thunder do with Lu Dort as a free agent? How much have you been dialed into the World Cup? The best foods in each city hosting World Cup matches.

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Kyle Branch takes some time to join the guys to talk about Oklahoma's run to a National Championship in Baseball!

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Jake Trotter joins the guys to talk College Football and NFL, Kyle Branch joins to talk about winning a National Championship with OU Baseball, and Much More!

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Skip Johnson and the guys got it done last night, Brendan Sorsby gets denied by the NFL, NBA Draft and Trade News, World Cup update, and More!

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The guys get into OU Baseball playing for a National Championship tonight, the NBA Draft tomorrow night, the World Cup, and much more!

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June 19, 2026 38 mins

Mark Rodgers is joined by Cale Gundy to discuss OU Baseball in the College World Series Final. What do you think about Skip Johnson’s future at Oklahoma? Brad Bowen joins the show to discuss the US Open and all of the deals at Golf USA. A sad update on Jim Traber at his WSOP Senior Event. Do we need more Baywatch?

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June 19, 2026 42 mins

Mark Rodgers is joined by The Ultimate, Jim Traber, live from Las Vegas to talk about his run in the WSOP Senior Event and his current place with the second largest stack. World Cup update ahead of the US vs Australia. Thunder and the NBA Draft. OU Football has 3 tight ends going into the season. What roles will each play for the team?

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June 18, 2026 40 mins

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Protect College Sports Act going in front of the Senate. What real world changes will that actually create within collegiate athletics? Why would a high school senior that has committed to a college for football want to transfer high schools? What is the best Summer Blockbuster of all time?

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Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss OU making it to the College World Series final and whether or not if they win, if you could consider them the best team in the country. Will you go see Disclosure Day in the theaters? Does Steven Spielberg make the best summer blockbusters? What do you expect the Thunder to do in the upcoming NBA Draft?

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Oklahoma set to play Georgia again in Omaha, College Football/ NIL, World Cup, and much more!

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Mark and Brad talk College World Series, World Cup, College Football, and NBA!

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June 15, 2026 41 mins

Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy preview OU’s second game at the CWS tonight against Georgia. Does being hot at the right time sometimes outweigh the better team on paper? What will the Thunder do with all of their picks headed into the draft? When can we expect them to make decisions?

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June 15, 2026 40 mins

Mark Rodgers and Cale Gundy discuss the Knicks winning the NBA Finals over the Spurs. Do you have a problem with the Spurs lack of sportsmanship after the game? Coach Bob Stoops joins the show to discuss the College World Series and OU’s dominant Friday night win. Should youth football teams consider getting back to 3 yards and a cloud of dust football?

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Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland debate if the Spurs blown lead to the Knicks in Game 4 is the biggest choke in the history of pro sports. Is original Law & Order or SVU a better show? What are the ramifications of venture capitalists getting involved in College Football in Utah? The Dodgers doctor being investigated for PEDs.

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June 12, 2026 42 mins

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland are joined by Comedian Agent Ratliff to talk about his viral videos and his performance Saturday Night at Bricktown Comedy Club. How many Jell-O shots does it take to get you feeling groovy? OU Football game times were announced. Did it turn out advantageous for the Sooners?

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June 11, 2026 40 mins

Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss whether or not the Spurs can count on their youth to make multiple runs at the NBA Finals. Has Wembanyama had a good or bad series to this point? Brendan Sorsby’s situation at Texas Tech and the implications on college football. OU announces their game times for this season.

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Mark Rodgers and Brad Copeland discuss the Knicks comeback win over the Spurs last night in Game 4. Do you have a problem with Brunson's style of play? Is Victor Wembanyama a dirty player? Do the Spurs still have a chance. Also, what's the best music documentary of all time?

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