Heartland Bros

Heartland Bros

Heartland Bros podcast features two brothers, born and raised in Topeka, Kansas. One brother serving in the U.S. Navy, but rooted deeply in heartland values. The other brother holds it down in their hometown, juggling life, family, and work while keeping the Kansas spirit alive. Together, they reconnect through honest conversations about Kansas sports arranging from Jayhawks hoops to Kansas City Chiefs football while reflecting on their childhood, fatherhood, and the paths life has taken them on. Real talk, real heart, and a whole lot of Midwest grit.

  1. 07/28/2025

    Hogan, Happy & the Heartland Heat

    🎙️ Episode 10 – Topeka Fair Tales, Hulk Hogan Tribute, and Happy Gilmore 2?! Matt and Nick are back with another jam-packed episode of Heartland Bros, coming to you from Topeka, Kansas and Chicago, Illinois. 💪 We kick things off honoring the life and legacy of the wrestling icon himself—Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea), who passed away at age 71. 🏒 Then we shift gears to the Topeka Scarecrows—Nick ran into Gordan Whalen and Quinn O’Reilly at the Shawnee County Fair. We get honest about the lack of support from Topeka despite its 125K population. Vet of the Game nominations? We’ve got thoughts. 🏟️ Northwestern’s new Ryan Field is opening soon, and it’s practically in Matt’s backyard. We talk about the local buzz and what it means for Evanston. 🏀 The WNBA is heating up off the court—should players be earning a bigger slice of the pie with the new $2.2 billion media rights deal? We dive into Caitlin Clark’s haters, Kelsey Plumm’s All-Star Game comments, and the real revenue debate. 🧢 Kansas hoops head coach Bill Self is on our minds—sending health and healing his way. 🏌️‍♂️ Happy Gilmore 2 dropped on Netflix, and it’s loaded with wild cameos—Travis Kelce, Eminem, Post Malone?! We break down what worked, what didn’t, and whether it lived up to the hype. 🏈 Shemar Stewart is finally signed with the Bengals. 🎮 Matt’s NCAA Football 26 Delaware Blue Hens dynasty is flying—CUSA champs, Idaho Potato Bowl winners, and off to a 4-0 start in Year 2. 🔥 Plus, we’re hyped for the 45th National Card Show in Chicago (Jul 30–Aug 3). Matt’s hitting it July 31 and Aug 1.

    30 min
  2. 07/21/2025

    Probation, Prospects, and the Pigskin Grind

    On Episode 9, Matt and Nick dive into a jam-packed slate of sports stories, headlines, and hype. First up—Rashee Rice. The Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver was officially sentenced to 5 years probation and 30 days in jail, which can be served during that probation window. But the real question now: What will the NFL do? We talk through the possible suspension timeline, how many games he could miss, and what that means for Mahomes and the Chiefs' offense heading into the 2025 season. Then, we pivot to the Chiefs’ latest roster move—signing defensive lineman Omar Norman-Lott. We break down the impact, our initial reactions, and how he might fit into Spags’ system. Over in Cincinnati, defensive end Shemar Stewart is still sitting on the sidelines unsigned. We talk through why that might be, and whether a deal is looming—or falling apart. From the field to the rankings, it’s time to give some flowers:💯 NFL Top 100 Debuts Creed Humphrey lands at #93—finally getting some well-deserved recognition as one of the league’s best centers Trent McDuffie checks in at #81, marking his first appearance and signaling big respect for KC’s young secondary Matt also checks in with his NCAA Football 26 Dynasty Mode update:🟦 Delaware Blue Hens Year 1 is in the books with a 7-3 record, led by none other than SL Eagles QB #3 in Road to Glory Mode. Rebuilding a powerhouse has never looked so good. And if you’re into the hobby world—🃏 We’re talking 45th National Card Show in Chicago, IL happening July 30 – August 3. Matt’s hitting the floor July 31 and August 1, so if you’re out there, come say hey and talk trading cards, Chiefs gear, and maybe even score a Heartland Bros sticker. Lastly, we close it out with a little hoops love—🏀 The WNBA All-Star Game tips off tonight! It’s Team Collier vs Team Clark, and we’re fired up to see how Caitlin Clark shows out in her first All-Star appearance and how Napheesa Collier’s squad stacks up. It’s a full slate, loaded with hot takes, local pride, and real-deal football talk.Whether you’re chilling in Topeka, grinding through your commute in Chicago, or just vibing with us from anywhere in the Heartland—this episode is for you. 📱 Make sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your pods.👍 Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X for more behind-the-scenes, updates, and listener shoutouts. That’s a wrap on Episode 9 of Heartland Bros. We’ll catch you next week—same time, same heartland hustle.

    24 min
  3. 06/30/2025

    Banners, Beef, and the Boys Are Back

    🎙️ Episode 6 – Banners, Beef, and the Boys Are Back Matt and Nick are back with another hard-hitting, no-holds-barred episode of Heartland Bros! Broadcasting from Topeka and Chicago, the fellas break down the latest in Heartland sports—while tossing some extra spicy shade at Kansas State fans (hey, you knew it was coming). 🏒 First up: Topeka Scarecrows have dropped their official schedule—and let’s just say their release video looked like something out of NHL 2005. But hey, we’re still hyped to see the boys hit the ice at Stormont Vail Events Center. We predict a strong 29-27 season—enough to put Topeka hockey back on the map. 🎮 Then it’s on to the most anticipated sports game in years: EA College Football 2026. From Road to Glory starting in high school to trophy cases in Dynasty Mode, we're diving deep into everything that’s got us ready to drop $149.99 like it's nothing. 🏆 Plus, a tip of the cap to the Oklahoma City Thunder—Nick called it! The bros talk NBA Finals fallout and why OKC’s win might just shake things up for the league moving forward. 📱 Don’t forget to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your sports fix. And follow us on social—Facebook, Instagram, and X—for updates, feedback, and your daily dose of Midwest sports chaos. Whether you’re rolling with the Chiefs, Royals, Scarecrows, or even... sigh... the Kansas State Wildcats—we’ve got something for you (even if we roast your purple pride just a little too hard).

    28 min

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Heartland Bros podcast features two brothers, born and raised in Topeka, Kansas. One brother serving in the U.S. Navy, but rooted deeply in heartland values. The other brother holds it down in their hometown, juggling life, family, and work while keeping the Kansas spirit alive. Together, they reconnect through honest conversations about Kansas sports arranging from Jayhawks hoops to Kansas City Chiefs football while reflecting on their childhood, fatherhood, and the paths life has taken them on. Real talk, real heart, and a whole lot of Midwest grit.