Cougars Uncaged: A Cleary University Podcast

Hosted by Cleary University’s Vice President of Athletics and Student Affairs, Lonnie Pries, Cougars Uncaged takes you beyond the scoreboard and into the heart of what it means to be a Cougar. Each episode features conversations with students, coaches, faculty, and staff—uncovering the passions, pastimes, and personal stories that shape our Cleary community. From the drive that fuels our student-athletes to the traditions and connections that define life on campus, Lonnie uncages the stories that inspire pride both on and off the field. Whether you’re a current Cougar, an alum, or part of our extended family, this is your all-access pass to the people who make Cleary University extraordinary.

Cougars Uncaged: A Cleary University Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Cleary University Marketing, with 20 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.

Cleary University Marketing hosts Cougars Uncaged: A Cleary University Podcast, a education show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #20

  College Lifestyle Podcast -- Cougars Uncaged with Brett Paris and Brendan Seman

  Jun 1, 202627 minS1

  <p>Cougars Uncaged Podcast: Baseball, Brotherhood, and Big-League Debates</p><p>On this episode of Cougars Uncaged, we sit down with Cleary University baseball players Brendan Simon and Brett Paris for a fun and candid conversation about college baseball, life at Cleary, and the experiences that have shaped them both on and off the field. </p><p>The pair share what brought them to Cleary, why the university's close-knit community feels like family, and how their journeys have included perseverance, growth, and overcoming challenges—including injury setbacks and the transition to collegiate athletics. </p><p>The conversation heats up during a sp...

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  Episode #19

  College Lifestyle Podcast -- Cougars Uncaged with Jack Gruno, Julius Polk, and Grayson Sonntag

  May 11, 202626 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Cougars Uncaged, the spotlight is on Cleary University wrestlers Julius Polk, Jack Gruno, and Grayson Sonntag as they share their personal journeys, favorite campus spots, and what brought them to Cleary. From transferring schools and reconnecting with wrestling to finding community through the program, the trio opens up about life as student-athletes and the bond they’ve built on and off the mat. </p><p>The conversation dives into everything from breakfast debates and favorite foods to dream celebrity meetups, personal inspirations, and rapid-fire questions that reveal each athlete’s personality. Listeners will hear heartfelt refle...

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  Episode #18

  College Lifestyle Podcast -- Cougars Uncaged with Alan Drimmer and Carl Thomas

  Mar 31, 202646 minS1

  <p>In this episode of Cougars Uncaged, the Den Dwellers sit down with Cleary University President Alan Drimmer and Head Men’s Basketball Coach Carl Thomas for a conversation filled with momentum, heart, and humor. Fresh off the release of Cleary’s strategic plan and the men’s basketball team’s biggest win yet over nationally ranked Indiana Tech, both guests reflect on what these milestone moments mean for the university and its future.<br/><br/>Coach Thomas shares what it has been like to build a program from the ground up, emphasizing grit, belief, and a “let’s go to work” min...

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  Episode #17

  College Lifestyle Podcast-- Cougars Uncaged with Nick Hoogerhyde and Max Ballinger

  Feb 26, 202627 minS1

  <p>Athletic Director Max Ballinger and Associate Head Baseball Coach Nick Hoogerhyde bring energy, humor, and heart to this episode of Cougars Uncaged—joined by our first-ever live studio audience.</p><p>Max shares his journey from joining Cleary in 2019 to leading a rapidly growing athletics program, while Nick reflects on being part of Cleary’s first baseball recruiting class and now helping shape the next generation of student-athletes.</p><p>From favorite campus spots (third-base dugout vs. press box views) to heated Thanksgiving hot takes (pumpkin pie, turkey, and gravy debates included), this episode balances laughs with meaningful moments. Both...

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  Episode #16

  College Lifestyle Podcast-- Cougars Uncaged with Bennett Sheppard, Dylan Tammadge, and Nick Meyering

  Feb 20, 202625 minS1

  <p>🐾 Cougars Uncaged – Cleary Hockey Takeover</p><p>Lonnie sits down with Cleary hockey players Nick, Dylan, and Bennett to talk about what brought them to Cleary, why they chose Cougar hockey, and what they’re studying — from Sports Promotion & Management to Corporate Finance.</p><p>The guys share their favorite campus spots (Cougar Corner, Clancy’s, and Wellness) and break down their competitive pregame “Super Bowl” soccer-style ritual that gets the whole team locked in before games.</p><p>🔥 The Hot Take segment heats up with a debate over the Colorado Avalanche — contenders or frauds? A friendly wager might be brewing.</p><p>Th...

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