333. Tianna Bell: Simplify & Dominate
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In this episode of the Hog Pod, Tianna Bell shares how a leap of faith brought her from California to the SEC—and changed everything. From navigating the transfer portal to becoming a key contributor in one of the nation’s toughest conferences, she opens up about betting on herself, embracing elite competition, and finding confidence in her game. Tianna reflects on her breakout season, the mindset that’s fueled her success, and the bond within a team built to win. As her college career winds down, she also shares the legacy she hopes to leave behind—and why she believes she’s a...
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332. Gaizka Crowley: The Front Office of Razorback Football
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In this episode of The Hog Pod, we sit down with Arkansas Football General Manager, and Executive Director of Player Acquisition, Gaizka Crowley to break down one of the most important — and least understood — roles in modern college football. A position that didn’t even exist just a few years ago, Crowley explains how the game has rapidly evolved into a year-to-year operation driven by roster management, the transfer portal, and constant evaluation. From high school recruiting to managing the current roster and navigating the portal, Crowley pulls back the curtain on what it really...
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331: Remy Cofield: Navigating the New Era of NIL
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In this episode of The Hog Pod, we sit down with Arkansas Deputy AD and General Manager Remy Cofield to break down what it really means to build a roster in the new era of college athletics. From NIL and revenue sharing to roster strategy and resource allocation, Cofield explains how Arkansas is navigating a rapidly changing landscape. Drawing on his experience with the Boston Celtics, he shares how a front office approach is helping position the Razorbacks to compete in the SEC and beyond.
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330: Dakota Kennedy: Playing Free, Winning Big
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Arkansas outfielder Dakota Kennedy joins The Hog Pod after earning her Golden Ticket to play professional softball. She talks about letting go of the numbers, playing free at the plate, and the trust that fuels this Razorback team. Kennedy also reflects on her journey from Arizona to Arkansas, her growth as a player, and what it means to finish her college career in Fayetteville, all while keeping a team-first mindset.
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329: Reagan Johnson: Arkansas’ All-Time Hits Leader
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Reagan Johnson has etched her name in Razorback history as the program’s all-time hits leader. In this episode of The Hog Pod, she reflects on her journey from a small Texas town to becoming one of the most consistent players in Arkansas softball history, her role as a leadoff hitter and elite centerfielder, and the relationships that defined her career.
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328: Sanu Jallow-Lockhart: Chasing Greatness
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Sanu Jallow-Lockhart joins The Hog Pod to share her incredible journey from The Gambia to Arkansas, breaking the two-minute mark in the 800 meters, competing on the Olympic stage, and building a legacy beyond the track.
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327: Darius Acuff: SEC Player of the Year
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In this week’s episode of The Hog Pod, we sit down with Darius Acuff to talk about his incredible freshman season at Arkansas, earning SEC Player of the Year and SEC Freshman of the Year honors while emerging as one of the most exciting young guards in college basketball. Acuff reflects on the biggest moments from his breakout year, the mindset that fueled his success, and what it means to lead the Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team into the postseason.
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326: Analisse Batista: The Road to an SEC Title
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In this week’s episode of The Hog Pod, we sit down with Arkansas SEC Champion Analisse Batista to talk about her journey from Long Island to Fayetteville, the moment she surged past the field to win the 800 meters, and what it takes to compete in one of the most demanding programs in college track. Batista also opens up about her faith, the mindset behind her breakthrough season, and the support she and fiancé Taylen Green give each other while chasing their goals.
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325. Honoring Pat Foster & The Triplets
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On February 21, 2026, the University of Arkansas honored Razorback legend Pat Foster during halftime of the Missouri game — an Arkansas native, former Hog standout, and assistant under Eddie Sutton who helped build the foundation of a national powerhouse in the 1970s. That rise paved the way for the recruitment and success of “The Triplets” — Sidney Moncrief, Ron Brewer, and Marvin Delph — and their unforgettable run to the 1978 Final Four. In this special Hog Pod episode, we look back on that monumental era through the voices of Frank Broyles, Ron Brewer, Sidney Moncrief, Joe...
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324: Nick Pringle: Built Through Adversity
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In this week’s episode of The Hog Pod, we sit down with Arkansas forward Nick Pringle for a candid conversation about his journey to Fayetteville and the mindset behind his role with the Razorbacks. From being cut as a kid, to JUCO and now playing for John Calipari. Pringle opens up about setbacks, belief, and the people who shaped him.
info_outlineDJ Wagner has lived his entire life in the shadow of a name that carries weight in basketball circles. His grandfather, Milt Wagner, was a Louisville legend. His father, Dajuan Wagner, was a star at Memphis under John Calipari. Now at Arkansas, DJ is writing his own story—one built on family, competition, and an unwavering drive to win.
In this conversation with Matt Zimmerman, DJ reflects on the lessons he’s learned from his dad and granddad, and how their influence shaped his approach to the game. He shares how his mom might be the most competitive member of the family, what it was like growing up in the basketball hotbed of New Jersey, and how playing for Coach Cal connects him to his family’s history while pushing him toward his own future.
From the pressures of being one of the nation’s top recruits to the mindset shift of “killer be killed” when he steps on the court, DJ opens up about the balance between humility and confidence, and the responsibility of carrying a name that means so much in the sport. This is the story of how DJ Wagner is honoring his past while proving he’s ready to create his own legacy in Razorback red.
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