In this lively and wide-ranging episode of the Five Heart Podcast, hosts Greg and Minnie deliver a fun-filled Thursday night show covering everything from Husker football scheduling to mascot debates and punter strategies. They reflect on Nebraska’s fall sports schedule, with emphasis on notable night games and a long-anticipated matchup against Akron, a game rescheduled from the Scott Frost era that was canceled due to lightning. They also dive into the potential of the 2025 Nebraska baseball team in the NCAA Tournament, revealing cautious optimism despite long odds.

A big focus of the episode is Nebraska’s new Australian punter, highlighting the increasing influence of rugby-style punting in college football. The duo debates the merits of adding a female mascot to complement Herbie Husker, sparking humorous exchanges about mascot family dynamics. They also showcase the redesigned Memorial Stadium turf and discuss the implications of in-stadium alcohol sales and re-entry policy changes.

Fans engage throughout with questions, jokes, and support—including new YouTube members who trigger a custom promotional skit for Blue Chew. The episode concludes with heartfelt reflections on Nebraska’s pioneering spirit and the podcast’s future topics, including “Five Heart Theater” and potential weekly “Besmirch the Big Ten” segments. It’s vintage Five Heart—part sports, part comedy, all Husker pride.

In the final 2025 episode of Husker Heat, the host recapped an unforgettable season for Nebraska softball, fresh off a road trip to Knoxville for the Super Regional. Nebraska narrowly missed advancing, losing two close games to Tennessee after an opening win. Jordy Bahl pitched all 21 innings and continued to prove she’s among the nation’s elite. The Huskers finished 43–15 overall, 17–5 in the Big Ten, and ranked in the top 20 nationally across all major polls. They also smashed numerous school records—including team batting average (.356), home runs (107), slugging percentage (.648), and OPS (1.086). Jordy Bahl hit .475 and set a program record with 23 home runs.

Looking to 2026, the team returns most starters, including an elite infield and outfield core. Key roster losses include Ava Bredwell and Abby Squire. The main holes to address are catcher and backup pitching. Meanwhile, Nebraska baseball surged late, winning the Big Ten Tournament and advancing to the Chapel Hill Regional. The show also featured humorous moments, fan banter, and deep appreciation for Jordy Bahl’s leadership both on and off the field. As the episode closed, the hosts looked ahead to continuing their podcast journey—with hopes of hosting a regional in front of packed home crowds next season.

Additionally, one of our baseball beat guys, Aaron, will join us to talk about the men’s 2nd straight B1G tourney victory & where they’re headed next.

Join host Minnie Hunt and special guest College Football with Sam as we dive deep into Nebraska football’s 2025 schedule and what it could mean for the Huskers’ shot at a Big Ten title—and even a playoff berth. This episode of Monday Night Therapy covers everything from Nebraska’s most winnable games to major threshold matchups against Michigan, USC, and Penn State. Sam shares insights on the new 16-team college football playoff, and whether it helps or hurts programs like Nebraska.

We’re also celebrating Nebraska baseball’s dramatic Big Ten Tournament run, and Husker Chuck joins to relive the thrilling moments that led to a Super Regional berth. The panel discusses Matt Rhule’s third-year expectations, the quarterback situation, special teams upgrades, and Nebraska’s mental edge heading into the 2025 season.

Can Nebraska go 10–2 and reach the college football playoff? Will games against Iowa and Michigan State define the season? And is this finally the year the Huskers shake off the past?

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