Boilers and Beyond

Boilers and Beyond host Jordan Jones will break down the biggest news and notes surrounding Purdue Athletics while keeping an eye on the rest of the Big Ten Conference and the national landscape of college athletics.

Boilers and Beyond is a sports podcast hosted by Jordan Jones, with 350 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jordan Jones hosts Boilers and Beyond, a sports show with 350 episodes published.

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  Episode #353

  Can Purdue's defense take step forward under Kevin Kane?

  Aug 18, 202625 min

  After a much-discussed hire of Kevin Kane to lead the defense, Purdue must show improvement after struggling mightily in 2025. Host Jordan Jones previews the 2026 Boilermaker defense in this episode. He looks at each position group, touching on projected contributors and strengths and weaknesses. Then, he discusses how Purdue can succeed even if it doesn't have the best personnel in the world. All of that and more in this defense preview. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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  Episode #352

  Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews talks Purdue

  Aug 12, 202633 min

  Host Jordan Jones welcomes Brett Ciancia of Pick Six Previews back to the show for his annual appearance. The two talk about potential improvement in year two under Barry Odom, key transfer portal additions, how Purdue can become exciting again and more. Jordan then closes the show with thoughts on Drew Brees' induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and his legacy as a Boilermaker. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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  Episode #351

  Purdue introduces Tommy McClelland as new AD

  Aug 7, 202624 min

  Host Jordan Jones dishes on Purdue's hire of Tommy McClelland as the school's fifth-ever athletic director. He begins by touching on the now-viral comments about Indiana before diving into the press conference as a whole. McClelland's track record as a fundraiser is analyzed, and the future of revenue at Purdue Athletics gets plenty of attention. And, what's next for McClelland as he gets settled in West Lafayette? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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  Episode #350

  How many wins can Purdue find against 2026 schedule?

  Aug 4, 202641 min

  Purdue will face another formidable schedule in 2026, albeit somewhat lighter than previous gauntlets. Host Jordan Jones glances at all 12 of Purdue's opponents, looking at opportunities for the program to pick up much-needed wins and momentum. He looks at the positives, negatives and more in this deep dive into the 2026 football schedule. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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  Episode #349

  Purdue basketball observations and thoughts following Canadian exhibitions

  Jul 30, 202628 min

  Purdue basketball wrapped up its summer exhibition trip to Canada, giving fans a first glimpse at a very new-look team. Host Jordan Jones looks at Purdue's performances and provides his takeaways from the trip up north. He discusses the competitive backcourt, questions in the frontcourt, Enzo Shahrvin, defensive intensity and much more. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the show at boilersandbeyondpod@gmail.com. New episodes are released weekly, so be sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

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